nursing home in Athens, TX
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
711 Lucas Drive, Athens, TX 75751 · (903) 675-8538
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 132-bed government nursing home in Athens, Texas (Henderson County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 3, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 87% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District
- Beds
- 132
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Creative Solutions in Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- November 11, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Henderson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675460
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.05 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.41 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.80 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.61 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 87% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 85.7% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 40 | 102 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Texas 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 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 132 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 54 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 41.1% | 67.6% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.2% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.1% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.7% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.3% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 28.8% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.4% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.6% | 2.4% | 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) | 9.3% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.5% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 3, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | No revisit needed |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 4, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0850 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 30, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 4, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 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 June 4, 2026 |
| November 13, 2025 Complaint | Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0837 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 25, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Waiver has been granted |
| May 6, 2025 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 May 7, 2025 |
| March 27, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| March 27, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2024 |
| March 27, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2024 |
| March 27, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Waiver has been granted |
| March 27, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| March 27, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| March 27, 2024 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 March 28, 2024 |
| March 27, 2024 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| March 27, 2024 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 March 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FANNIN COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/31/2017 |
| ATHENS I ENTERPRISES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/07/2025 |
| BLAKE, GARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2022 |
| EDWARDS, JONATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2025 |
| MATA, KATHRYN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2025 |
| HUGGINS, LINDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| WILLIG, ZACHARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SANDERSON, CLARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/29/2012 |
| HOLT, ERIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2020 |
| KEETON, WENDY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2017 |
| KISSLING, MONICA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2017 |
| MCBEAN, PATRICIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2021 |
| SANDERSON, CLARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/29/2012 |
| TROMPLER, KELLY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/22/2022 |
| ATHENS I ENTERPRISES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| BLAKE, GARY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| BLAKE, MALISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Texas nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation 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 Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
It is government - hospital district and part of Creative Solutions in Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is at 711 Lucas Drive, Athens, TX 75751. Phone: (903) 675-8538.
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.