nursing home in Sandersville, GA
Washington Co Extended Care Facility
610 Sparta Road, Sandersville, GA 31082 · (478) 240-2005
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Washington Co Extended Care Facility at a glance
Washington Co Extended Care Facility is a 60-bed government nursing home in Sandersville, Georgia (Washington 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 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 26, 2026) found 4 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 35.6% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 1, 2005
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Washington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115702
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 4.15 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.56 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.91 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.63 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.6% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 11.1% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 26 | 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 | 60 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 57 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.3% | 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% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.4% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.2% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.2% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.6% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.5% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.9% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.5% | 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) | 17.3% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 8.3% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| 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) | 40.1% | 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) | 23.8% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 50% | 80.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 25, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2026 |
| February 26, 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 March 18, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 March 18, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| December 9, 2024 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 23, 2025 |
| December 9, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2025 |
| December 9, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 23, 2025 |
| September 10, 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 October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Standard | 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 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 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 October 25, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KITCHENS, WENTZELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| STEWART, PAMELA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/20/2023 |
| WRIGHT, LASHAWN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/19/2017 |
| KITCHENS, WENTZELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| STEWART, PAMELA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/20/2023 |
| WRIGHT, LASHAWN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/19/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Washington Co Extended Care Facility's rating?
Washington Co Extended Care Facility 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 Washington Co Extended Care Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Washington Co Extended Care Facility 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 Washington Co Extended Care Facility?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Washington Co Extended Care Facility and how do I contact it?
Washington Co Extended Care Facility is at 610 Sparta Road, Sandersville, GA 31082. Phone: (478) 240-2005.
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.