nursing home in Whiteville, NC
Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
1402 Pinckney Street, Whiteville, NC 28472 · (910) 642-4245
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 107-bed for-profit nursing home in Whiteville, North Carolina (Columbus County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the North Carolina average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 10, 2025) found 5 health citations. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $114,947.
Nursing staff turnover is 62% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 107
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Liberty Senior Living
- Medicare-certified since
- October 1, 1981
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Columbus County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345207
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.86 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.30 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.58 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.43 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62% | 49% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.5% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 5 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 115.3 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina 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) | $114,947 | $36,617 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 107 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 95 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.2% | 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) | 4.8% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.9% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 28% | 14% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.9% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.8% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 25.7% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.4% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 17.3% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.9% | 20.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 80.2% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88% | 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) | 2.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.9% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.9% | 80.6% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 8 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 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 July 31, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| July 26, 2024 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 September 12, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Complaint | 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 18, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 19, 2024 |
| September 15, 2023 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2023 |
| September 15, 2023 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 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 August 25, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2023 |
| May 4, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 2023 |
| May 4, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 24, 2023 |
| May 4, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 24, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 24, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 24, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 2023 |
| May 4, 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 May 24, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 24, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $114,947 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 26, 2024 | Fine | $69,518 |
| February 29, 2024 | Fine | $45,429 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| LONG TERM CARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 10/31/2012 |
| MCNEILL, JOHN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 10/01/2002 |
| MCNEILL, RONALD Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 10/01/2002 |
| MCNEILL, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2006 |
| MCNEILL, RONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2006 |
| PURIFOY, PENNY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| BORK, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2012 |
| CALCUTT, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2012 |
| HAMRIC, ANTHONY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2005 |
| LIBERTY HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2002 |
| CALCUTT, JOSEPH Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2010 |
| JONES, TRACEY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2020 |
| WILSON, JEFFREY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2002 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 1 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 Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Liberty Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is at 1402 Pinckney Street, Whiteville, NC 28472. Phone: (910) 642-4245.
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.