nursing home in Blairsville, GA
Union County Nursing Home
164 Nursing Home Circle, Blairsville, GA 30512 · (706) 745-4948
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Union County Nursing Home at a glance
Union County Nursing Home is a 150-bed non-profit nursing home in Blairsville, Georgia (Union County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 2, 2025) 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 37.3% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 150
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 1, 2005
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Union County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115695
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 3.54 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.52 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.92 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.51 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.3% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.3% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
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) | 23 | 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 | 150 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 110 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 73.3% | 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) | 6.1% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.1% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 17% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.1% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 24.5% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.5% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.3% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.6% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.2% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 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 December 29, 2025 |
| July 1, 2024 Complaint | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| July 1, 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 August 15, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Complaint | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| July 1, 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 August 15, 2024 |
| January 12, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 12, 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 March 1, 2023 |
| January 12, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIERSCHENK, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2019 |
| BURNETTE, CHRISTAL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| GAY, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2016 |
| SANDERS, ALAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/21/2025 |
| SELF, DEBRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/10/2016 |
| TOWNSEND, NICHOLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2016 |
| BIERSCHENK, KEVIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2019 |
| DAVENPORT, RICK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| GARY, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| OWENBY, GREG Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| PARIS, DINAH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2010 |
| ROWE, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| TOWNSEND, NICHOLAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2016 |
| GAY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2016 |
| BURNETTE, CHRISTAL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| SELF, DEBRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/10/2016 |
| TOWNSEND, NICHOLAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2016 |
| BIERSCHENK, KEVIN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2019 |
| SELF, DEBRA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/10/2016 |
| TOWNSEND, NICHOLAS Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Union County Nursing Home's rating?
Union County Nursing Home has 4 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 Union County Nursing Home 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 Union County Nursing Home 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 Union County Nursing Home?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Union County Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Union County Nursing Home is at 164 Nursing Home Circle, Blairsville, GA 30512. Phone: (706) 745-4948.
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.