nursing home in Saluda, SC
Saluda Nursing Center
3131 Newberry Highway, Saluda, SC 29138 · (864) 445-2146
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Saluda Nursing Center at a glance
Saluda Nursing Center is a 176-bed government nursing home in Saluda, South Carolina (Saluda County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 18, 2026) found 1 health citation. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $16,984.
Nursing staff turnover is 17.9% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 176
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 16, 1971
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Saluda County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425081
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.8 / 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 | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.49 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.75 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.83 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.97 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 17.9% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 19.2% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 45.3 | 42.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South 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) | $16,984 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 176 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 152 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.1% | 87.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.5% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.7% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.9% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.3% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 51.6% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.5% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.8% | 3.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 24.7% | 21% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.7% | 16.7% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 91.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.7% | 78% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 87% | 81.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2026 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 June 29, 2026 |
| April 17, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| May 15, 2024 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 May 28, 2024 |
| May 15, 2024 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 28, 2024 |
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 $8,492 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 17, 2025 | Fine | $8,492 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLEDSOE, DAYNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2022 |
| SAWYER, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| BARTON, JENNIFER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/12/2021 |
| CROMLEY, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/12/2024 |
| HICKS, DORIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2021 |
| RITA, ANGELA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2019 |
| SAWYER, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2016 |
| BLEDSOE, DAYNA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2025 |
| BLEDSOE, DAYNA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2022 |
| BLEDSOE, DAYNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Saluda Nursing Center's rating?
Saluda Nursing Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Carolina nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Saluda Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Saluda 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 Saluda Nursing Center?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Saluda Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Saluda Nursing Center is at 3131 Newberry Highway, Saluda, SC 29138. Phone: (864) 445-2146.
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.