nursing home in Springfield, GA
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center
459 Highway 119 South, Springfield, GA 31329 · (912) 754-6451
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center is a 105-bed non-profit nursing home in Springfield, Georgia (Effingham County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 12, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.4% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 105
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 25, 1969
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Effingham County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115106
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.73 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.65 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.08 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.38 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.4% | 46% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.1% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 24 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 105 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 85 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 80.9% | 81.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.9% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.6% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.7% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.6% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.5% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2% | 11.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18.4% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11.3% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.4% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.3% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.3% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate foot care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| December 19, 2024 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 1, 2025 |
| December 19, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2025 |
| September 25, 2022 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 9, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFFINGHAM HOSPITAL INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2016 |
| BAKER-WITT, FRAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/25/2016 |
| BAKER-WITT, FRAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/25/2016 |
| BAKER-WITT, FRAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/25/2016 |
| ALLEN, ALIA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BAKER-WITT, FRAN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/25/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Georgia nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center 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 Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center is at 459 Highway 119 South, Springfield, GA 31329. Phone: (912) 754-6451.
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.