nursing home in El Dorado, AR
Hudson Memorial Nursing Home
700 N. College Avenue, El Dorado, AR 71730 · (870) 863-8131
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hudson Memorial Nursing Home at a glance
Hudson Memorial Nursing Home is a 108-bed government nursing home in El Dorado, Arkansas (Union County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Arkansas average of 3.4.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 15, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Arkansas average is 2.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 59.7% per year (state average 49.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 108
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Union County
- CMS Certification Number
- 045214
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.13 hrs | 4.02 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.42 hrs | 0.41 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.24 hrs | 2.67 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.32 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 59.7% | 49.5% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 44.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 23 | 39.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $9,209 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 108 | 109 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 60 | 77 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 55.9% | 71.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.4% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.9% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16% | 10.9% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6% | 9.5% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10% | 10.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 14% | 4.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 1.3% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 13.9% | 21.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.2% | 13.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 72.4% | 95.1% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 79.2% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 63.5% | 82% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 14, 2026 |
| July 15, 2026 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 14, 2026 |
| July 15, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 14, 2026 |
| July 15, 2026 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 14, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 4, 2025 |
| December 19, 2024 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| December 19, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| December 19, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| December 19, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| December 19, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| December 19, 2024 Standard | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0569 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| December 19, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| December 19, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| October 20, 2023 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNION COUNTY Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/1966 |
| MERRIT, CAROLYN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/28/2025 |
| SMART, GREGORY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/28/2025 |
| FIFE, SCOTT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2010 |
| GIBSON, CARLA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/29/2015 |
| HAMMOND, CAROLINE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/19/2017 |
| HANRY, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| HARPER, SCOTT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2016 |
| LAMBERT, REGINA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| LOFTIN, MIKE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| MERRIT, CAROLYN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| PARTRIDGE, LINDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1991 |
| SMART, GREGORY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SMART, GREGORY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| UNION COUNTY Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/23/2013 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hudson Memorial Nursing Home's rating?
Hudson Memorial Nursing Home has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Arkansas nursing homes is 3.4 stars.
How many inspection citations did Hudson Memorial Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Arkansas average of 2.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hudson Memorial Nursing Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Hudson Memorial Nursing Home?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hudson Memorial Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Hudson Memorial Nursing Home is at 700 N. College Avenue, El Dorado, AR 71730. Phone: (870) 863-8131.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.