Hartsville Convalescent Center
649 McMurry Blvd · Hartsville, TN · 37074 · 6153749144
95 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
83% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.79 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.40 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.26 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 83% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $16,796 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected July 26, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected August 6, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected August 1, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 1, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2020
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 2, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2020
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected March 2, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 15, 2020
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected March 2, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2020
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 2, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2020
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 March 2, 2020 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F January 15, 2020
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 2, 2020 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 2, 2020 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2018
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 18, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2018
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected January 18, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2018
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected February 21, 2019 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2018
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected February 21, 2019 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F December 12, 2018
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 January 18, 2019 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F December 12, 2018
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected January 11, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 12, 2018
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected January 18, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2018
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 18, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 12, 2018
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 18, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2018
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 18, 2019 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 11, 2025 | Fine | $8,281 |
| July 18, 2024 | Fine | $8,515 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 445256 · certified since August 20, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.