nursing home in Prentiss, MS
Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf
1320 Winfield Street, Prentiss, MS 39474 · (601) 792-1172
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf at a glance
Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf is a 55-bed non-profit nursing home in Prentiss, Mississippi (Jefferson Davis County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Mississippi average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 4.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 23, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 34% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 55
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 20, 1970
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Jefferson Davis County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255050
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi 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 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.66 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.90 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.65 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.66 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.6% | 38.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 25 | 61.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi 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 | $17,231 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 55 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 48 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.6% | 85.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.1% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.5% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.3% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.6% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 27.6% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.6% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.6% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 1.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 19.6% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.7% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.7% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.8% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 23, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| April 23, 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 June 5, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 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 5, 2026 |
| November 21, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 27, 2024 |
| February 22, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2023 |
| February 22, 2023 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 23, 2023 |
| February 22, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 23, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORREST COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2012 |
| DAVIS, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/07/2025 |
| EVANS, ROY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/07/2025 |
| ANSWORTH, PEGGY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| CAUSEY, JANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| HESTER, BEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2015 |
| MCARTHUR, HARRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| MCNEASE, SHEA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| MERCIER, ANDREW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
| STEELE, ERIK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| ANSWORTH, PEGGY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| CAUSEY, JANA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| MCARTHUR, HARRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| MCNEASE, SHEA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| MERCIER, ANDREW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
| STEELE, ERIK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| DAVIS, CHARLES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| EVANS, ROY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| HESTER, BEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf's rating?
Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Mississippi nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf 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 Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf and how do I contact it?
Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Ecf is at 1320 Winfield Street, Prentiss, MS 39474. Phone: (601) 792-1172.
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.