nursing home in Savannah, GA
Candler Skilled Nursing Unit
5353 Reynolds Street, Savannah, GA 31405 · (912) 819-6262
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Candler Skilled Nursing Unit at a glance
Candler Skilled Nursing Unit is a 22-bed non-profit nursing home in Savannah, Georgia (Chatham County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 8 hours of nursing care per day (2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 26, 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 30.4% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 22
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 6, 1996
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Chatham County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115610
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 7.95 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.98 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.71 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 7.81 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.4% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.4% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Average |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 13 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 22 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 20 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.8% | 81.7% | 80.9% |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.6% | 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) | 100% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 26, 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 May 26, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| March 7, 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 April 16, 2025 |
| December 3, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2024 |
| December 3, 2023 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 15, 2024 |
| December 3, 2023 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 January 15, 2024 |
| December 3, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2024 |
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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPHS CANDLER HEALTH SYSTEM INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/1997 |
| DANELLO, SHERRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/1997 |
| PANZITTA, LEONARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/1997 |
| SCOTT, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
| PANZITTA, LEONARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/1997 |
| SCHAACK, GREGORY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/1997 |
| DANELLO, SHERRY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/1997 |
| HINCHEY, PAUL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1997 |
| SCHAACK, GREGORY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/1997 |
| SCOTT, JAMES Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Candler Skilled Nursing Unit's rating?
Candler Skilled Nursing Unit has 5 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 Candler Skilled Nursing Unit 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 Candler Skilled Nursing Unit 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 Candler Skilled Nursing Unit?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Candler Skilled Nursing Unit and how do I contact it?
Candler Skilled Nursing Unit is at 5353 Reynolds Street, Savannah, GA 31405. Phone: (912) 819-6262.
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.