nursing home in Cookeville, TN
Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville
815 South Walnut Avenue, Cookeville, TN 38501 · (931) 528-5516
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville at a glance
Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville is a 104-bed for-profit nursing home in Cookeville, Tennessee (Putnam County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Tennessee average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 17, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Tennessee average is 4.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40% per year (state average 48.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 104
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- National Healthcare Corporation
- Medicare-certified since
- January 28, 1976
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Putnam County
- CMS Certification Number
- 445110
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.09 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.50 hrs | 0.60 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.49 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.49 hrs | 3.31 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 48.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 43.2% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee 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) | 6 | 47.9 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee 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 | $22,907 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 104 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 101 | 84 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.6% | 74.8% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.3% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.2% | 5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9% | 16.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.9% | 14% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.9% | 6.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.9% | 13.8% | 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) | 15.4% | 31.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.6% | 20% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 89.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.4% | 79.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 79.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 17, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2026 |
| June 17, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 19, 2026 |
| June 17, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2026 |
| June 17, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 17, 2026 |
| June 17, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2026 |
| June 17, 2026 Standard | 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 | Corrected June 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | 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 February 21, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 5, 2020 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 2, 2020 |
| February 5, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville's rating?
Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Tennessee nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Tennessee average of 4.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville 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, Cookeville?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of National Healthcare Corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville and how do I contact it?
Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville is at 815 South Walnut Avenue, Cookeville, TN 38501. Phone: (931) 528-5516.
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.