Johns Island Post Acute
3647 Maybank Highway · Johns Island, SC · 29455 · 8435595888
132 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Pacs Group
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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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.
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.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.86 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.86 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.41 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.55 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 51% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $15,646 |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 25, 2026
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 19, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 25, 2026
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 March 18, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 19, 2026 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 4, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 4, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 4, 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 October 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 4, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 29, 2022 · Resident Rights
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 4, 2024 | Fine | $7,823 |
| October 4, 2024 | Fine | $7,823 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425368 · certified since December 17, 1999. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.