Self Skilled Nursing & Rehab
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based on 54 Google reviews

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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (11 vs median 3.0)
- High staff turnover (55%)
Bottom 25% in AL · Below recommended RN staffing · Above recommended total nurse staffing · Worst in TRAYLOR PORTER HEALTHCARE chain · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its compassionate, family-oriented culture and active engagement programs. However, because of past reports regarding staffing ratios and medication errors, we strongly recommend you ask management for their current nurse-to-patient ratios and their specific protocols for medication administration during weekend and night shifts.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
54 reviews on Google“Self Skilled Nursing & Rehab receives significant praise for its warm, family-oriented atmosphere and compassionate staff who go above and beyond during difficult times. While many families report high satisfaction with the care provided, there are serious historical concerns regarding staffing levels, medication management, and patient safety protocols. Prospective families should weigh the strong emotional support reported by many against the critical incidents mentioned by others.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Warm, compassionate, and attentive staff
- Strong family-oriented atmosphere
- Active engagement and activities department
- Clean and well-maintained facility
Concerns
- Understaffing leading to slow response times and safety risks (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Inconsistent medication management and administration (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Poor communication between rotating staff and families (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 57 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the warmth and compassion of your staff; how do you ensure that this family-oriented atmosphere stays consistent across all shifts?
- 2With the high staffing rating you've achieved, what specific steps do you take to ensure that residents receive timely responses to their needs, especially during busier hours?
- 3Can you walk us through your specific protocols for medication administration and how you track accuracy to prevent any errors?
- 4How does the facility manage communication between the rotating nursing staff and family members to ensure we are always kept in the loop regarding changes in care?
- 5What kind of daily activities and social engagement programs do you have in place to keep the residents active and involved?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the immediate process for notifying both the medical team and our family?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff that took care of my mother was the best that we could have asked for. Not only did they care for our mom, they took time out to really minister to us as a family.”
“The activities Dept keep the clients involved in crafts for others, card making, praise and worship with visiting youth groups, choirs, quartets, children’s ministries and senior programs.”
“While some of the nursing staff are very friendly, the quality of care received is terrible. More often than not there is only one nurse and one assistant on staff at any given time.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility shows a concerning pattern of recurring deficiencies across all three surveys, particularly in fire safety systems, infection control, and food service operations. The same issues with smoke detectors, sprinkler systems, and food handling have persisted from 2018 through 2021, suggesting ongoing challenges with facility maintenance and safety compliance. While all deficiencies were reportedly corrected, the repeated nature of these fundamental safety violations warrants careful consideration during your visit.
Mar 18, 2021Routine17
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Feb 7, 2019Routine13
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Mar 8, 2018Routine6
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Self Skilled Nursing & Rehab
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Traylor Porter Healthcare
5 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.6/5 · Rank 5 of 5 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Lewis, Matthew
Owner
Porter, Howard
Owner
Traylor, Jonathan
Owner
Traylor, Tammy
Owner
Key personnel
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