nursing home in Pulaski, GA

Orchard Health and Rehabilitation

1321 Pulaski School Road, Pulaski, GA 30451 · (912) 685-5072

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★3
  • Abuse citation

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Orchard Health and Rehabilitation at a glance

Orchard Health and Rehabilitation is a 89-bed non-profit nursing home in Pulaski, Georgia (Candler 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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 3, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $57,161.

Nursing staff turnover is 30% per year (state average 46%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Other
Beds
89
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Ethica Health
Medicare-certified since
May 1, 1992
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Candler County
CMS Certification Number
115522

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.3 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.9 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.1 / 53.8 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.74 hrsGeorgia average3.56 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Georgia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.74 hrs3.56 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.36 hrs0.50 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.53 hrs2.14 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.24 hrs3.10 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)30%46%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)30%44.5%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)201Worse

Inspections

This facility4Georgia average5U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Georgia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)459Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)423Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)168.850.680.6Worse

Penalties

This facility1Georgia average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Georgia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$57,161$12,749$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds89111107
Average residents per day689086
Occupancy76.9%81.7%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility5.9%Georgia average3.2%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Georgia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)5.9%3.2%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.1%5.6%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)64.5%19.9%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.1%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)8.4%15.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)6%15.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)7.8%5.6%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)33.8%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)45.4%20.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)11.8%15.8%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)97.4%95%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)93%91.4%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility71.4%Georgia average80.3%U.S. average82%
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine: this facility vs. Georgia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)71.4%80.3%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
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 May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
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
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
April 3, 2025
Complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
February 26, 2023
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 11, 2023
February 26, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 11, 2023
February 26, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 11, 2023
February 26, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 11, 2023
February 26, 2023
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2023
February 26, 2023
Fire safety
Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0700
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2023
February 26, 2023
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2023
July 15, 2021
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 25, 2021
July 15, 2021
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 25, 2021
July 15, 2021
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 25, 2021
July 15, 2021
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 August 25, 2021
July 15, 2021
Standard
Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0914
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 25, 2021
July 15, 2021
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 August 25, 2021

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 $57,161 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
April 3, 2025Fine$57,161

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
CLINICAL SERVICES INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/14/2025
NELSON, TRACEY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/29/2026
PATEL, MAULIKKUMAR
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/01/2023
HEALTH SCHOLARSHIPS INC
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2025
SHEFFIELD, KIMBERLY
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/25/2026
CABLE, PAUL
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE03/14/2003
DENNIS, KATHRYN
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE11/17/2015
NICHOLS, JOSEPH
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE11/19/2024
PEAVY, TIFFANY
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2026
ROLLINS, RONNIE
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE03/14/2003
WALL, JOSEPH
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE03/14/2003
WARNOCK, RALPH
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE06/23/2020
CLINICAL SERVICES INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2006
JONES, MAGGIE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/05/2026
NELSON, TRACEY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/29/2026
PATEL, MAULIKKUMAR
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE08/01/2023
PEAVY, TIFFANY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2026

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    For-profit · 120 beds · Part of Beacon Health Management

    ★★★★★1Much below average
  2. Azalea Health and Rehabilitation

    300 Cedar Road, Metter, GA 30439 · 6.1 mi

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    ★★★★★3Average
  3. Westwood Healthcare and Rehabilitation

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    For-profit · 60 beds

    ★★★★★2Below average
  4. Eagle Health & Rehabilitation

    405 S College St, Statesboro, GA 30458 · 10.7 mi

    Non-profit · 99 beds · Part of Ethica Health

    ★★★★★3Average
  5. Brown's Health and Rehabilitation

    226 South College Street, Statesboro, GA 30458 · 10.9 mi

    For-profit · 63 beds · Part of Brighton Healthcare

    ★★★★★3Average
  6. Heritage Inn Health and Rehabilitation

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    ★★★★★4Above average

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Frequently asked questions

What is Orchard Health and Rehabilitation's rating?

Orchard Health and Rehabilitation 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 Orchard Health and Rehabilitation receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Orchard Health and Rehabilitation 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 Orchard Health and Rehabilitation?

It is non profit - other and part of Ethica Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Orchard Health and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?

Orchard Health and Rehabilitation is at 1321 Pulaski School Road, Pulaski, GA 30451. Phone: (912) 685-5072.

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.