Hardin County Nh
935 Wayne Road · Savannah, TN · 38372 · 7319254954
73 certified beds Government - County Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $14,505 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.10 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.71 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.35 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 45% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $67,490 |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 19, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected March 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 19, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G January 23, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 23, 2025
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 14, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 9, 2024 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
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 April 9, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 23, 2025 | Fine | $14,505 |
| February 14, 2024 | Fine | $52,985 |
| February 14, 2024 | Payment Denial | 52 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 445372 · certified since April 1, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.