nursing home in Hartsville, SC
Morrell Nursing Center
900 North Marquis Hwy, Hartsville, SC 29551 · (843) 383-5164
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Morrell Nursing Center at a glance
Morrell Nursing Center is a 154-bed for-profit nursing home in Hartsville, South Carolina (Darlington County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 19, 2026) found 2 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 27% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 154
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Wilson Senior Care
- Medicare-certified since
- November 28, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Darlington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425111
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 3.87 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.61 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.49 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.21 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.5% | 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) | 2 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 154 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 143 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93% | 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) | 5.6% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.1% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.5% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.7% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.9% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 17.2% | 21% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 8.1% | 16.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 30% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.5% | 78% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.4% | 81.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 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 March 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 1, 2025 |
| December 1, 2022 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 January 1, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 1, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOFE, DENNIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2003 |
| FOSTER, SONYA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/11/2011 |
| WEESNER, SUSAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2003 |
| BYRD, ANNA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Morrell Nursing Center's rating?
Morrell Nursing Center has 4 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 Morrell Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Morrell 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 Morrell Nursing Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Wilson Senior Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Morrell Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Morrell Nursing Center is at 900 North Marquis Hwy, Hartsville, SC 29551. Phone: (843) 383-5164.
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.