Ridgeland Nursing Center Inc
1516 Grays Highway · Ridgeland, SC · 29936 · 8437265581
88 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Eliyahu Mirlis
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.79 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.79 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.30 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.44 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 57% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (17 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
Corrected June 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 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 June 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected June 22, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected June 22, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected June 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected June 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F May 23, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected June 22, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected June 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 22, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 5, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 22, 2024
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected April 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 26, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 19, 2022
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 16, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F January 19, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 16, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 19, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 16, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 19, 2022
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected February 16, 2022 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425132 · certified since August 17, 1979. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.