nursing home in Connelly Spring, NC
Carolina Rehab Center of Burke
3647 Miller Bridge Road, Connelly Spring, NC 28612 · (828) 397-3144
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Carolina Rehab Center of Burke at a glance
Carolina Rehab Center of Burke is a 90-bed for-profit nursing home in Connelly Spring, North Carolina (Burke County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the North Carolina average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 25, 2025) found 4 health citations. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $26,014.
Nursing staff turnover is 60.6% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 90
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Lifeworks Rehab
- Medicare-certified since
- March 25, 2003
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Burke County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345526
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.90 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.57 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.27 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.55 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60.6% | 49% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 75% | 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) | 4 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 41 | 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) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $26,014 | $36,617 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 90 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 86 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.9% | 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) | 7.2% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.8% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.7% | 14% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 23.8% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.9% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.7% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.2% | 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) | 42.9% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| 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) | 85.1% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 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) | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 74.3% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 70.6% | 80.6% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 25, 2025 Complaint | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| August 25, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2025 |
| August 25, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2025 |
| August 25, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected September 15, 2025 |
| August 1, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | 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 August 26, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | 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 August 26, 2024 |
| August 1, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| February 17, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2024 |
| February 17, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2024 |
| January 22, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2024 |
| January 22, 2024 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2024 |
| February 9, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2023 |
| February 9, 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 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 26, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2023 |
| February 9, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2023 |
| April 15, 2021 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 12, 2021 |
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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $26,014 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 25, 2025 | Fine | $16,985 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $8,512 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $517 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAROLINA BURKE HOLDINGS I LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/28/2021 |
| CHARLES 1994 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| CK 2008 FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| DRM SOUTH LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| LAUREN 2020 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| LAUREN 2020 LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| LEPS 2003 FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| NORMAN 5571 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| NORMAN 5571 & FAMILY LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| NORMAN 5571 LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| RL 2008 FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| ROBIN 2008 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| ROBIN 2008 LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| SAUL 2012 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| SPRINGROCK SOUTH LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| SUMMER SOUTH LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| MCGROARTY, HEATHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/11/2023 |
| RSBRM SOUTH MANAGER LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/28/2021 |
| MCGROARTY, HEATHER Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/11/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Carolina Rehab Center of Burke's rating?
Carolina Rehab Center of Burke has 3 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 Carolina Rehab Center of Burke receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Carolina Rehab Center of Burke 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 Carolina Rehab Center of Burke?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Lifeworks Rehab. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Carolina Rehab Center of Burke and how do I contact it?
Carolina Rehab Center of Burke is at 3647 Miller Bridge Road, Connelly Spring, NC 28612. Phone: (828) 397-3144.
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.