nursing home in Okatie, SC
Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton
3039 Okatie Highway, Okatie, SC 29909 · (843) 705-8220
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton at a glance
Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Okatie, South Carolina (Jasper 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 30, 2026) found 1 health citation. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.1% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- National Healthcare Corporation
- Medicare-certified since
- May 25, 2010
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Jasper County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425397
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.44 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.57 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.74 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.97 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.1% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 26.7% | 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) | 12 | 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 | 120 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 116 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.6% | 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) | 5.3% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.4% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.5% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.9% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.4% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.6% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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) | 13% | 21% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.3% | 16.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 80.4% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 91.7% | 93.6% | Average |
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) | 3.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86% | 78% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.2% | 81.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| July 18, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| November 14, 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 December 14, 2024 |
| November 14, 2024 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 December 14, 2024 |
| November 14, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| November 27, 2023 Complaint | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 27, 2023 |
| October 28, 2022 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 13, 2022 |
| October 28, 2022 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2022 |
| October 28, 2022 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2022 |
| October 28, 2022 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACKROCK INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2019 |
| DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2023 |
| DODSON, VICKI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| HALL, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/17/2025 |
| KIDD, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| MCCLAIN, JACLYN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2025 |
| MORGAN STANLEY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2024 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2010 |
| NATIONAL HEALTH CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2010 |
| NHC-OP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2010 |
| VANGUARD GROUP INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2017 |
| MOORHOUSE, BRADLEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| NHC/DELAWARE INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2010 |
| MOORHOUSE, BRADLEY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| DAWSON, DELLA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2009 |
| DODSON, VICKI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| HALL, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2013 |
| KIDD, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| MCCLAIN, JACLYN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2022 |
| MOORHOUSE, BRADLEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2010 |
| NHC-OP LP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2010 |
| SHELLY, TIMOTHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2024 |
| USSERY, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton's rating?
Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton 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 Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton 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 Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton 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 Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton?
It is for profit - corporation and part of National Healthcare Corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton and how do I contact it?
Nhc Healthcare - Bluffton is at 3039 Okatie Highway, Okatie, SC 29909. Phone: (843) 705-8220.
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.