nursing home in Hickory, NC
Trinity Ridge
2140 Medical Park Drive, Hickory, NC 28602 · (828) 322-6995
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
Trinity Ridge at a glance
Trinity Ridge is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Hickory, North Carolina (Catawba County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the North Carolina average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 4.6 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 18, 2026) found 1 health citation. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.1% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Lutheran Services Carolinas
- Medicare-certified since
- December 10, 1973
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Catawba County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345106
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.57 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.96 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.17 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.08 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.1% | 49% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.7% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina 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 | $36,617 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 111 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.8% | 83.6% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.8% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.7% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15% | 14% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 8.2% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 39.9% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 45.4% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 11.3% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.6% | 5.9% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 22.9% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 30.9% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 78.9% | 92% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.9% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 80.6% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 2, 2026 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 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 May 31, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2025 |
| November 29, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| November 29, 2023 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| November 29, 2023 Complaint | 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 August 21, 2023 |
| June 9, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2022 |
| June 9, 2022 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2022 |
| June 9, 2022 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CORDER, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| HUFFMAN, HANNAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2018 |
| LSA MANAGEMENT, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2025 |
| LUTHERAN HOME HICKORY WEST PROPERTY, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| NICKERSON, KIRBY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2012 |
| SMITH, KESHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| SMITH, KESHA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/08/2023 |
| MADDRY, KAREN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| NICKERSON, KIRBY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| GOINS, TED Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2004 |
| HERMAN, RICHARD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| NELSON, DOUGLAS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/21/2022 |
| CORDER, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| GOINS, TED Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2004 |
| HUFFMAN, HANNAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2018 |
| LSA MANAGEMENT, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/04/2004 |
| LUTHERAN HOME HICKORY WEST PROPERTY, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/1988 |
| SMITH, KESHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2004 |
| GOINS, TED Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2004 |
| HERMAN, RICHARD Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| LSA MANAGEMENT, INC. Organization | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/04/2004 |
| LUTHERAN SERVICES FOR THE AGING, INC. Organization | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2004 |
| NELSON, DOUGLAS Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| NICKERSON, KIRBY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2012 |
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★★★★★2Below averageTrinity Village
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- CMS high performer
★★★★★5Much above averageCarolina Rehab Center of Burke
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★★★★★3AverageConover Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
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- CMS high performer
★★★★★5Much above averageHickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation
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★★★★★4Above average
Frequently asked questions
What is Trinity Ridge's rating?
Trinity Ridge has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for North Carolina nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Trinity Ridge receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Trinity Ridge 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 Trinity Ridge?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Lutheran Services Carolinas. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Trinity Ridge and how do I contact it?
Trinity Ridge is at 2140 Medical Park Drive, Hickory, NC 28602. Phone: (828) 322-6995.
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.