Nhc Healthcare, Franklin
216 Fairground St · Franklin, TN · 37064 · 6157900154
80 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: National Healthcare Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
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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.
$62,491 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
64% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.39 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.53 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 64% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $62,491 |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected November 18, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2022
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected November 13, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2022
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected November 13, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 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 November 13, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 13, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2022
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected November 13, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 13, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 20, 2018
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 31, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 20, 2018
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 31, 2019 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2025 | Fine | $62,491 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 445127 · certified since July 14, 1980. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.