The Greens at Gastonia
969 Cox Road · Gastonia, NC · 28054 · 7048668596
162 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Cch Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $90,845 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
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.
$90,845 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
72% 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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.35 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.41 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.91 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 72% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $146,417 |
Inspection citations (59 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected December 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
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 May 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected May 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2024 · found via complaint
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 May 16, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2025 | Fine | $90,845 |
| February 1, 2024 | Fine | $39,812 |
| February 1, 2024 | Payment Denial | 20 days |
| June 26, 2023 | Fine | $15,760 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 345169 · certified since September 1, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.