nursing home in Chatsworth, GA
Murray Woods of Journey LLC
102 Hospital Drive, Chatsworth, GA 30705 · (706) 695-8313
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Murray Woods of Journey LLC at a glance
Murray Woods of Journey LLC is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Chatsworth, Georgia (Murray County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 2, 2025) found 17 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $15,092.
Nursing staff turnover is 18.4% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Journey Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- August 1, 1981
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Murray County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115280
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 3.27 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.18 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.15 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.81 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 18.4% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 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) | 17 | 5 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 103 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $15,092 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 113 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.3% | 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) | 4.8% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.9% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 37.3% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 3.1% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.1% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 73.1% | 11.3% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 23.3% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 4.3% | 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% | 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) | 4.5% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87.7% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.5% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 24 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 30, 2026 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2026 |
| October 2, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Fire safety | Provide rooms that can be unlocked from inside without a key. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0221 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 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 December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | 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 Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| May 30, 2024 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | 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 Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | 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 July 14, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2022 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 February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| December 21, 2022 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 February 4, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $15,092 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2024 | Fine | $15,092 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BILBO, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/20/2024 |
| BLACKWELL, HAILEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/08/2025 |
| CONRAD, CAMERON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| COOK, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| DODD, ANGELA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| FERENTI, LEON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| JOHNSON, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| JONES, ANTONIO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/18/2024 |
| JOURNEY OX GA MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| MCGUINNESS, BERNARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| OMARA, JODY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| ROOPNAUTH, LLOYD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| SILLINGS, NIKKI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/13/2025 |
| SUMMIT CHATSWORTH LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| TRAMMELL, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| JOURNEY OX OF GA LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| 3 BEES HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| AJOJ HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| BEES FAMILY IRREVOCABLE TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| BLUE OCEAN TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| JOURNEY OX GA HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| MCGUINNESS, BERNARD Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| SHASAM FAMILY TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| SHASAM HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| MCGUINNESS, BERNARD Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/26/2025 |
| SEGALL, SARAH Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2025 |
| MCGUINNESS, BERNARD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| BILBO, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/20/2024 |
| BLACKWELL, HAILEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/08/2025 |
| CONRAD, CAMERON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| COOK, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| DODD, ANGELA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| FERENTI, LEON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| JOHNSON, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| JONES, ANTONIO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/18/2024 |
| JOURNEY OX GA MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| MCGUINNESS, BERNARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| OMARA, JODY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| ROOPNAUTH, LLOYD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| SILLINGS, NIKKI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/13/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Murray Woods of Journey LLC's rating?
Murray Woods of Journey LLC has 1 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 Murray Woods of Journey LLC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Murray Woods of Journey LLC 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 Murray Woods of Journey LLC?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Journey Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Murray Woods of Journey LLC and how do I contact it?
Murray Woods of Journey LLC is at 102 Hospital Drive, Chatsworth, GA 30705. Phone: (706) 695-8313.
About this data
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