Early Memorial Nursing Facility
11740 Columbia Street · Blakely, GA · 39823 · 2297233796
127 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Lifebrite Hospital Group Hospital-based
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
3 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 32% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $177,463 |
Inspection citations (24 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
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.
Corrected February 10, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 10, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F December 11, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 10, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 11, 2025
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected February 10, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 16, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Administration
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No harm found · C August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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No harm found · C August 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.
Corrected September 26, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D November 4, 2022
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Corrected December 16, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 4, 2022
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.
Corrected December 16, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F November 4, 2022
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected December 16, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 4, 2022
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Corrected December 16, 2022 · Administration
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 22, 2023 | Fine | $177,463 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115271 · certified since October 1, 1979. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.