nursing home in Folkston, GA
Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center
36261 North Okefenokee Drive, Folkston, GA 31537 · (912) 266-8810
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★1
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center is a 92-bed for-profit nursing home in Folkston, Georgia (Charlton 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 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 7, 2025) found 16 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 60% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 92
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Beacon Health Management
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Charlton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115630
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.02 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.33 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.62 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.71 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 46% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 85.7% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 16 | 5 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 10 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 237.8 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Worse |
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 | 92 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 64 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 69.3% | 81.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.8% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 40% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 29.9% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 27.5% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.2% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.4% | 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) | 25.4% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.4% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.8% | 95% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 73.7% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 77.1% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 25.4% | 80.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 18, 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 January 8, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 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 January 8, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 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 January 8, 2026 |
| May 7, 2025 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2025 |
| May 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 June 21, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Standard | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0574 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 21, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 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 June 21, 2025 |
| May 7, 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 June 21, 2025 |
| November 17, 2023 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| November 17, 2023 Complaint | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| November 17, 2023 Complaint | 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 December 29, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0371 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 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 February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 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 February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 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 February 15, 2023 |
| January 8, 2023 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 February 15, 2023 |
| May 6, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2021 |
| May 6, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2021 |
| May 6, 2021 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 June 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PWW HEALTHCARE, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/01/2017 |
| BEACON HEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2017 |
| WERTHEIM, BRUCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2017 |
| MCKETTRICK, WILLIAM Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/19/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center 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 Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 16 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center 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 Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Beacon Health Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center is at 36261 North Okefenokee Drive, Folkston, GA 31537. Phone: (912) 266-8810.
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.