Palemon Gaskins Mem NSG Home

Nursing Home · Ocilla, GA

CMS overall rating 2/5 Government - County

CMS certification number115713

Contact & location

710 North Irwin Avenue
Ocilla, GA 31774
Irwin County
Phone
(229) 468-3890
ZIP code
31774 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
30
Residents per day
24.5 (82% occupied)
Ownership
Government - County
Legal name
Irwin County Hospital
Medicare certified since
December 1, 2005
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.6
Health inspections★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.3
Quality measures★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.9
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
4.41 (state 3.56 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.51 (state 0.50 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
1.75 (state 0.93 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.16 (state 2.14 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.61 (state 3.10 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
33.3 (state 46.0 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
40.0 (state 44.5 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
January 18, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
7.0 (state 5.2 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
6
Citations on record (3 years)
15 health · 16 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-01-18 Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
F0644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-11
2026-01-18 Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
F0583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-11
2026-01-18 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-11
2026-01-18 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-11
2026-01-18 Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-11
2026-01-18 Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
F0867 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-11
2026-01-18 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-11
2024-12-22 Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
F0867 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-22
2024-12-22 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-22
2024-12-22 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-22
2024-12-22 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-22
2024-12-22 Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
F0644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-22
2024-12-22 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-22
2024-12-22 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-22
2023-07-02 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-08-16

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Griffin, Sharon (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
McWhorter, Andrea (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Palemon Gaskins Mem NSG Home?

Palemon Gaskins Mem NSG Home has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.6-star average in Georgia.

How many beds does Palemon Gaskins Mem NSG Home have?

It has 30 certified beds and cares for about 25 residents per day.

Has Palemon Gaskins Mem NSG Home been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Palemon Gaskins Mem NSG Home?

(229) 468-3890. The facility is located at 710 North Irwin Avenue, Ocilla, GA 31774.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.