nursing home in Savannah, GA

Savannah Crossing of Journey LLC

2040 Colonial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406 · (912) 354-2752

★★★★★3
Average
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

Savannah Crossing of Journey LLC at a glance

Savannah Crossing of Journey LLC is a 107-bed for-profit nursing home in Savannah, Georgia (Chatham County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Georgia average of 2.7.

Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 1, 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 47.4% per year (state average 46%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
107
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
November 3, 1992
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Chatham County
CMS Certification Number
115534

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.7 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Average
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)4 / 53.1 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 52.6 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.92 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)3.92 hrs3.56 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.35 hrs0.50 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.55 hrs2.14 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.44 hrs3.10 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)47.4%46%45.8%Average
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)16.7%44.5%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

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)023Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)2750.680.6Better

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 beds107111107
Average residents per day699086
Occupancy64.5%81.7%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility6.2%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)6.2%3.2%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)4.7%5.6%4.6%Average
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)18.6%19.9%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)3.6%2.5%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.6%0.9%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)9%15.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)11.9%15.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)9.8%5.6%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)5.3%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)34%20.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)10.7%15.8%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)98.6%95%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.4%91.4%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility4.4%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)4.4%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)95.9%80.3%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 1, 2026
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 1, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 1, 2026
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 1, 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 22, 2026
March 1, 2026
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 22, 2026
March 1, 2026
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 22, 2026
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 22, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 22, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 22, 2024
November 7, 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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 22, 2024
November 7, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 22, 2024
November 7, 2024
Standard
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 22, 2024
November 7, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 22, 2024
November 7, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 22, 2024
November 17, 2022
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 13, 2022
November 17, 2022
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 13, 2022
November 17, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 13, 2022
November 17, 2022
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 13, 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
ORNE, DEBORAH
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest87%07/01/2017
ORNE, DEBORAH
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2017
ORNE, DAVID
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2018

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Frequently asked questions

What is Savannah Crossing of Journey LLC's rating?

Savannah Crossing of Journey LLC has 3 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 Savannah Crossing of Journey LLC 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 Savannah Crossing 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 Savannah Crossing of Journey LLC?

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

Where is Savannah Crossing of Journey LLC and how do I contact it?

Savannah Crossing of Journey LLC is at 2040 Colonial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406. Phone: (912) 354-2752.

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.