nursing home in Wake Forest, NC
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest
968 East Wait Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27588 · (919) 556-4082
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest at a glance
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest is a 130-bed for-profit nursing home in Wake Forest, North Carolina (Wake 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 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 5, 2025) found 0 health citations. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.7% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 130
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 9, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Wake County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345417
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) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 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) | 3.81 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.54 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.44 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.7% | 49% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.7% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 0 | 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 | 130 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 115 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 88.3% | 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) | 3.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.2% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.6% | 14% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 37.7% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 47.7% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 19.3% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.9% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 92% | 93.6% | Average |
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) | 1.5% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 78.9% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.3% | 80.6% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 1 health deficiency and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 8, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 8, 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 July 20, 2023 |
| June 8, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 8, 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 June 21, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BENNETT, RICHARD Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 03/09/1992 |
| CLIFTON, MARY MARGARET Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 45% | 03/09/1992 |
| CLIFTON, MARY MARGARET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2011 |
| EVANS, RILEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2011 |
| EVANS, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2011 |
| JONHSON, FLORENCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2011 |
| CLIFTON, MARY MARGARET Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2005 |
| EVANS, RILEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/1996 |
| EVANS, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2005 |
| JONHSON, FLORENCE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/1996 |
| BRYANT -LEVANT, KAREN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/06/2021 |
| EVANS, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2002 |
| EVANS, KISA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2011 |
| EVANS, ROBERT Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2002 |
| WOOD, BRANDON Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest's rating?
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest 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 Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest 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 Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest and how do I contact it?
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest is at 968 East Wait Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27588. Phone: (919) 556-4082.
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.