nursing home in Cartersville, GA

Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing

78 Opal Street, Cartersville, GA 30120 · (770) 382-6120

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★2

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

Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing at a glance

Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing is a 118-bed for-profit nursing home in Cartersville, Georgia (Bartow County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Georgia average of 2.7.

Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (December 18, 2025) 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 45.8% per year (state average 46%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Individual
Beds
118
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Empire Care Centers
Medicare-certified since
July 1, 1994
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Bartow County
CMS Certification Number
115571

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityGeorgia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.7 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.3 / 52.9 / 5Average
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 facility3.45 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)3.45 hrs3.56 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.63 hrs0.50 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.96 hrs2.14 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.92 hrs3.10 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)45.8%46%45.8%Average
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)36.4%44.5%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility5Georgia 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)559Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)223Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)4550.680.6Better

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 beds118111107
Average residents per day1099086
Occupancy92.4%81.7%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.6%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)4.6%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)15.4%19.9%15.4%Average
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.8%2.5%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.4%0.9%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)21.1%15.3%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)19.6%15.2%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)6.1%5.6%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)5.7%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)20.8%20.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)25.4%15.8%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)82.3%95%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)67%91.4%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility2.1%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)2.1%2.6%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)69.7%78.4%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)53.7%80.3%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 38 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
December 18, 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 January 29, 2026
December 18, 2025
Complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 29, 2026
December 18, 2025
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 January 29, 2026
December 18, 2025
Complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 29, 2026
December 18, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 29, 2026
April 24, 2025
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0559
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 26, 2025
April 24, 2025
Complaint
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0573
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 26, 2025
August 22, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
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 October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
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 October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
August 22, 2024
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 6, 2024
June 12, 2024
Standard · Infection control
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2024
July 16, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Fire safety
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
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 August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
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 August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
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 August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
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 August 30, 2022
July 16, 2022
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 30, 2022
April 18, 2019
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 2, 2019
April 18, 2019
Fire safety
Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0343
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 2, 2019
April 18, 2019
Fire safety
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 2, 2019
April 18, 2019
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 2, 2019

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
YYES OP LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%08/19/2019
STARLIGHT HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest17%08/19/2019
WOLMARK, YEHUDA
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest18%08/19/2019
YW GEORGIA 4 LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest18%08/19/2019
BERKOWITZ, MICHAEL
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
BLALOCK, JASON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/22/2024
DONATH, BARRY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/07/2021
ELLIS, RENEE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/21/2020
EMPIRE CARE CENTERS LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/31/2025
ENSH CONSULTING LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
GGI EQUITIES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
GREEN, STEPHANIE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/03/2024
HARDY, LEANTHONY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
HARWELL, DEBRA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/09/2022
HORTON, SARAH
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2020
KARANJA, ANTHONY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/03/2022
MCAFEE, PHILLIP
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/22/2023
NUSSBAUM, EPHRAIM
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
SONE-EBELOUE, GLADYS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/24/2020
SPIVEY, LINDA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/11/2023
STARLIGHT HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
SWERDLOFF, ARYEH
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/20/2020
WAGENAAR, TERESA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/13/2025
WOLMARK, YEHUDA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
YW GEORGIA 4 LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
YYES OP LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
GGI EQUITIES LLC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
DONATH, BARRY
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE06/07/2021
NUSSBAUM, EPHRAIM
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
BLALOCK, JASON
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE08/22/2024
DONATH, BARRY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/07/2021
ELLIS, RENEE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/21/2020
EMPIRE CARE CENTERS LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
GREEN, STEPHANIE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/03/2024
HARDY, LEANTHONY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
HARWELL, DEBRA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/09/2022
HELLER, SHLOMO
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2019
HORTON, SARAH
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2020
KARANJA, ANTHONY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/03/2022
MCAFEE, PHILLIP
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/22/2023

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing's rating?

Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing has 2 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 Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing 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 Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing 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 Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing?

It is for profit - individual and part of Empire Care Centers. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing and how do I contact it?

Cartersville Center for Nursing and Healing is at 78 Opal Street, Cartersville, GA 30120. Phone: (770) 382-6120.

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.