nursing home in Union, MS
J G Alexander Nursing Center
25112 Highway 15, Union, MS 39365 · (601) 774-5065
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
J G Alexander Nursing Center at a glance
J G Alexander Nursing Center is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Union, Mississippi (Newton County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Mississippi average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 30, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $10,868.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.1% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Individual
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Beebe Family
- Medicare-certified since
- March 20, 2006
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Newton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255318
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi 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 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 4.37 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.87 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.47 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.16 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.1% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 12.5% | 38.5% | 42.9% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 38 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $10,868 | $17,231 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 56 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.8% | 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) | 4.9% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 11.2% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.8% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 11.4% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 33% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 30.2% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.6% | 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) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 17.8% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 36.4% | 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 given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| April 30, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| January 30, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2025 |
| January 30, 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 February 22, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2025 |
| January 30, 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 February 22, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 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 22, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected February 22, 2025 |
| August 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 September 7, 2023 |
| August 3, 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 September 7, 2023 |
| August 3, 2023 Standard | 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 September 7, 2023 |
| August 3, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| August 3, 2023 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 September 7, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $5,434 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2025 | Fine | $5,434 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DELANEY, STEVEN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 05/01/2009 |
| PACE, GARRY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 05/01/2009 |
| BELENCHIA, RUSSELL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2009 |
| EUBANKS, TONYA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2009 |
| PACE, GARRY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2009 |
| PACE, STEPHEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2009 |
| DELANEY, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2009 |
| PACE, GARRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2009 |
| SHELTON, REBECCA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| EUBANKS, TONYA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2009 |
| PACE, STEPHEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2009 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is J G Alexander Nursing Center's rating?
J G Alexander Nursing Center has 3 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 J G Alexander Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does J G Alexander Nursing 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 J G Alexander Nursing Center?
It is for profit - individual and part of The Beebe Family. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is J G Alexander Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
J G Alexander Nursing Center is at 25112 Highway 15, Union, MS 39365. Phone: (601) 774-5065.
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.