Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
605 Northwest 7th Street, Atkins, AR 72823 · Pope County · (479) 641-7100
90 certified beds, about 49 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1998
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 045339 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on April 16, 2026, inspectors cited 2 health deficiencies (the Arkansas average is 2.7, the national average 9.2).
None of its 14 health citations since September 2023 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 4.94 hours per resident per day, against 4.02 across Arkansas and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.38 of those hours.
53.1% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Arkansas average 49.5%).
CMS links it to Central Arkansas Nursing Centers, an affiliated group of 38 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 14 health citations on file.
April 16, 2026Standard inspection · 2 citations
- D Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Inspectors wroteNumber of residents sampled: Number of residents cited: Based on record review and interviews it was determined the facility failed to send a written notice of transfer or discharge to the Ombudsman for one (Resident #59) of one resident, upon discharge.
- D Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, interviews and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure an indwelling catheter was stored off the floor to reduce the risk of infection, cross contamination and injury for one (Resident #3) of one resident reviewed.
October 17, 2024Standard inspection · 7 citations
- F Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure hot foods were served hot to maintain palatability and encourage adequate nutritional intake for 1 of 2 meals observed.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure dietary employees washed their hands or changed gloves before handling food items and clean equipment when contaminated; expired food products were promptly removed/discarded on or before the expiration or use by date to prevent the growth of bacteria.
- E Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure lint traps for two of two dryers located in the facility laundry room were cleaned to prevent the potential for fire hazard.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure dignity was maintained while performing Activities of Daily Living (ADL) for 1 resident (Resident #56) of 1 receiving incontinent care.
- D Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, record review, and document review, the facility failed to ensure a Significant Change in Status Minimum Data Set (MDS) comprehensive assessment was completed within 14 calendar days from the determination that a significant change has occurred for one (Resident #2) of one resident reviewed for assessments.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews, record review, and document review, it was determined the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan to reflect the resident's needs, and failed to ensure it was accurate to represent the resident's current health status for one resident (Resident #2) of one resident reviewed for comprehensive care plans.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure staff followed Enhanced Barrier Precautions to reduce the potential risk of infection for 1 (Resident #41) sampled resident who was reviewed for Enhanced Barrier Precautions.
September 8, 2023Standard inspection · 5 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure leftover food items were used to maintain food quality; 1 ice machine and 1 scoop holder were maintained in clean and sanitary condition to prevent contamination of airborne particles; foods stored in the dry storage area refrigerator, and freezer were covered, and sealed to minimize the potential for food borne illness for residents who received meals from 1 of 1 kitchen, expired food items were promptly removed from stock to prevent potential food borne illness for residents who received meal trays from I of I kitchen; failed to ensure foods were dated the day received to assure first in, first out usage to prevent potential for food bone illness; dietary staff washed their hands before handling clean equipment or food items to prevent potential food borne illness for residents who received meals from 1 of 1 kitchen; [...]
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on Observation, Interview and Policy Review the facility failed to remove expired medications from 1 of 2 medication carts.
- E Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure meals were prepared and served according to the planned written menu to meet the nutritional needs of the residents for 1 of 2 meals observed. This failed practice had the potential to affect 12 residents who received pureed diets and 13 residents who received mechanical soft diets and 33 residents who received regular diets from 1 of 1 kitchen, according to a list provided by the Dietary Supervisor on 09/06/2023 at 9:00 AM.
- E Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure that pureed food items were blended to a smooth, lump free consistency to minimize the risk of choking or other complications for those residents who required pureed diets for 2 of 2 meals observed. The failed practice had the potential to affect 12 residents who received pureed diets, as documented on the list Dietary Supervisor provided by the Food Service Supervisor on 09/06/2023
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) and mask were properly changed and bagged in a closed container to prevent infections for 1 of 1 sampled resident (Resident # 8) who had a physician's order for the use of a CPAP.
Fire safety inspections
3 fire safety citations on file: 1 on April 16, 2026, 2 on September 8, 2023.
Every fire safety citation3 citations
- F Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- F Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
- F Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Arkansas | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 4.94 | 4.02 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.38 | 0.41 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 4.29 | 3.45 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 3.24 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 1.32 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 53.1% | 49.5% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | not reported | 44.8% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 3.35 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 5.20 on weekdays and 4.29 on weekends, 18% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 2.1% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 5.10 in April to June 2025 to 4.94 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.94 | 0.38 | 5.20 | 4.29 | 2.1% | 0 of 90 | 49 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 5.22 | 0.38 | 5.47 | 4.59 | 1.9% | 0 of 92 | 51 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 5.38 | 0.34 | 5.63 | 4.75 | 1.3% | 0 of 92 | 54 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 5.10 | 0.35 | 5.33 | 4.53 | 1.9% | 0 of 91 | 55 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Arkansas, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.05 | 0.40 | 4.28 | 3.47 | 2.0% | 0.1% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Staff pay reports
Staff pay at this home
No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review.
Official wage estimates for Arkansas
| Job | Median | Middle half | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas, all employers | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $16.55 | $14.52 to $17.34 | 17,260 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $27.22 | $23.82 to $29.43 | 10,010 |
| Registered nurses | $37.95 | $32.04 to $43.40 | 29,400 |
| United States, nursing care facilities | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.67 | $17.91 to $22.55 | 534,270 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.86 | $30.05 to $37.40 | 188,210 |
| Registered nurses | $41.11 | $37.85 to $47.68 | 142,270 |
Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Arkansas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.1 | 9.5 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.3 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 9.2 | 10.1 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.1 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.3 | 10.9 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 20.5 | 24.1 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 6.8 | 12.5 | 12.0 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: ATKINS CARE CENTER INC. CMS links this home to Central Arkansas Nursing Centers, a group of 38 nursing homes averaging 3.6 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morton, Michael | Corporate director | Individual | 04/24/2006 | |
| Morton, Michael | Corporate officer | Individual | 04/24/2006 | |
| Cloud, Amber | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 02/13/2026 | |
| Pugh, Mary | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 12/10/2024 | |
| Atkins Nursing Property Inc | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 12/12/2024 | |
| Central Arkansas Nursing Centers Inc | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 01/01/2025 | |
| Nursing Consultants Inc | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 01/01/2025 | |
| Cloud, Amber | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 02/13/2026 | |
| Pugh, Mary | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 12/10/2024 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- Can we see a week of menus and the kitchen, and how are special diets handled?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on October 17, 2024: "Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature."
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 3 problems in this area, most recently on April 16, 2026: "Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on April 16, 2026: "Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on October 17, 2024: "Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition"
Other nursing homes nearby
- Legacy Heights Nursing and Rehab, LLC Russellville, 11.3 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 11 citations
- Stella Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Russellville, 12.1 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 8 citations
- Dardanelle Nursing and Rehabilitation Center,inc Dardanelle, 12.3 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 9 citations
- Russellville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Russellville, 13 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 21 citations
- Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation and Care Center Morrilton, 13.2 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 22 citations
- Perry County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Perryville, 18.2 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 11 citations
Arkansas contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Arkansas. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Resident advocate: Arkansas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
Common questions
- What is Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center get at its last inspection?
- 2 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on April 16, 2026. The Arkansas average is 2.7.
- Has Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
- CMS lists 9 owners and managers, and links the home to Central Arkansas Nursing Centers. Legal business name: ATKINS CARE CENTER INC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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