nursing home in Swainsboro, GA

Pruitthealth - Swainsboro

856 Highway 1 South, Swainsboro, GA 30401 · (478) 237-7022

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★2
  • Abuse citation

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

Pruitthealth - Swainsboro at a glance

Pruitthealth - Swainsboro is a 103-bed for-profit nursing home in Swainsboro, Georgia (Emanuel 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 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 23, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 41.8% per year (state average 46%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
103
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Pruitthealth
Medicare-certified since
May 1, 1992
Resident/family council
Both
County
Emanuel County
CMS Certification Number
115533

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)2 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.3 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.9 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.1 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)1 / 52.6 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.09 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)3.09 hrs3.56 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.43 hrs0.50 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.00 hrs2.14 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.59 hrs3.10 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)41.8%46%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)61.5%44.5%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)301Worse

Inspections

This facility3Georgia 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)359Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)123Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)2550.680.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Georgia 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)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$12,749$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds103111107
Average residents per day789086
Occupancy76%81.7%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.6%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)3.6%3.2%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.2%5.6%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)23.1%19.9%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.8%2.5%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)1.3%0.9%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)5.3%15.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)2.2%15.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3.4%5.6%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)4.1%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)26.1%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)98.7%95%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99.3%91.4%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility3.5%Georgia average2.6%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Georgia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)3.5%2.6%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)98.2%78.4%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)90%80.3%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 23, 2026
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 4, 2026
April 23, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 4, 2026
April 23, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 4, 2026
April 23, 2026
Complaint
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0603
G
Actual harm, isolated
Past Non-Compliance
April 23, 2026
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 1, 2026
April 23, 2026
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 June 1, 2026
March 6, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2025
March 6, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2025
March 6, 2025
Complaint
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 April 20, 2025
March 6, 2025
Complaint
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2025
March 6, 2025
Complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2025
October 6, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 26, 2022
October 6, 2022
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 26, 2022
October 6, 2022
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 26, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
PRUITT, NEIL
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE09/27/2007
PRUITT, NEIL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE09/27/2007
PRUITTHEALTH INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/27/2007
PRUITT, NEIL
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/27/2007
HOOKS, TIFFANY
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/13/2014

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pruitthealth - Swainsboro's rating?

Pruitthealth - Swainsboro 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 Pruitthealth - Swainsboro receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Pruitthealth - Swainsboro 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 Pruitthealth - Swainsboro?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Pruitthealth. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Pruitthealth - Swainsboro and how do I contact it?

Pruitthealth - Swainsboro is at 856 Highway 1 South, Swainsboro, GA 30401. Phone: (478) 237-7022.

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.