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EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY

Grade D 63/100 composite score

For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
2/5
Health Insp.
2/5
Quality
2/5
Staffing
4/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

127

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

Total Fines

$177,463

Last Survey

N/A

11740 COLUMBIA STREET, BLAKELY, GA 39823
2297233796

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
0.49h
LPN
1.19h
CNA
2.39h
Total
4.07h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

ECHP, INC.

Organization5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Feb 2023

100%

DUNN, MORGAN

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Feb 2023

CUSHING, GINGER

IndividualW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEESince Nov 2017

Penalties & Fines (1)

$177,463total fines
DateTypeDescriptionAmount
Aug 22, 2023Fine$177,463

Health Inspection Deficiencies (29)

July 16, 2025Health4 deficiencies
0600DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Sep 3, 2025
0609DMinimal harm, Isolated

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 3, 2025
0684DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 3, 2025
0761DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Sep 3, 2025
August 7, 2024Health1 deficiency
0582DMinimal harm, Isolated

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 18, 2024
August 22, 2023Health10 deficiencies3 severe
0550DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
0580JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
0600JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

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

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
0686EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
0695EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
0727CNo harm, Widespread

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
0761EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
0835JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
0837FMinimal harm, Widespread

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

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
0844CNo harm, Widespread

Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 26, 2023
November 4, 2022Health4 deficiencies
0570DMinimal harm, Isolated

Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 16, 2022
0584DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Dec 16, 2022
0801FMinimal harm, Widespread

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 16, 2022
0837DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Dec 16, 2022
August 16, 2019Health10 deficiencies
0584DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Sep 30, 2019
0609DMinimal harm, Isolated

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 30, 2019
0625DMinimal harm, Isolated

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 30, 2019
0644DMinimal harm, Isolated

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 30, 2019
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Sep 30, 2019
0684DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 30, 2019
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 30, 2019
0712DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 30, 2019
0758DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Sep 30, 2019
0919DMinimal harm, Isolated

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 30, 2019

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY?

EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY in BLAKELY, Georgia has a CareGrader grade of D (Below Average), with a composite score of 63.3 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY?

EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY has an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 2/5, and a staffing rating of 4/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY have?

EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY has 29 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

Has EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY been fined?

Yes. EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY has $177,463 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 1 penalty.

How many beds does EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY have?

EARLY MEMORIAL NURSING FACILITY has 127 certified beds with approximately 98 current residents (77% occupancy). The facility is located at 11740 COLUMBIA STREET, BLAKELY, Georgia 39823. It is a for profit - limited liability company facility.

Data Disclaimer

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