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Pruitthealth- North Augusta
1200 Talisman Drive, North Augusta, SC 29841 · Aiken County · (803) 278-2170
132 certified beds, about 117 residents a day · For profit - Corporation · Medicare and Medicaid since 1990
Certified for Medicaid Certified for Medicare
Overall
3 of 5
Health inspections
3 of 5
Staffing
4 of 5
Quality measures
3 of 5
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 425296 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on April 23, 2025, inspectors cited 1 health deficiency (the South Carolina average is 3.7, the national average 9.2).
None of its 18 health citations since November 2021 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 3.74 hours per resident per day, against 3.84 across South Carolina and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.56 of those hours.
36.8% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (South Carolina average 45.9%).
CMS links it to Pruitthealth, an affiliated group of 96 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.
311/21
907/23
111/23
102/24
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104/25
112/25
102/26
Potential for minimal harm Potential for more than minimal harm Actual harm Immediate jeopardy Found on a complaint visit
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 18 health citations on file.
Severity
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
0J
0K
0L
Actual harm
0G
0H
0I
Potential for more than minimal harm
15D
2E
1F
Potential for minimal harm
0A
0B
0C
February 12, 2026Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to protect Resident (R)5 from physical abuse/mistreatment by Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)1, for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for abuse.
December 3, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility policy, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to maintain resident safety from potential harm for 1 of 1 residents reviewed. Specifically, a staff member did not follow facility policy regarding a Hoyer lift transfer, resulting in Resident (R)9 falling to the floor. Findings Include:A review of the facility policy titled Clinical Procedure: Transfers with Mechanical Lift, with no revision date, revealed At least two staff members are needed to operate a mechanical lift. Raise the lift until it can safely go over the person. Position the lift over the person. Open the spreader bar so the legs are in the widest position. Lock the wheels on the legs. Lower the lift until it is just over the person. Attach the straps on the sling to the lift with the hook facing away from the person. Cross the person's arms. [...]
April 23, 2025Standard inspection · 1 citation
- D 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 observations, interviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure that one of six medication carts (200 hall), a medication patch for (Resident (R) 64), and medical supplies for (R107) were properly secured out of a total resident census of 119. This had the potential to cause medication diversion, medication administration errors, and unsanitary medical supplies from being used for the resident.
April 23, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure Resident (R)2's call light was within reach and operational for 1 of 5 residents reviewed.
February 29, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- E Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, record reviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure narcotic pain medication that was ordered for 3 (Residents (R)1, R2, and R3) of 4 sampled residents was not misappropriated by staff.
November 2, 2023Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, policy review, and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure 1 out of 2 residents were free from misappropriation of resident medication. This failure resulted in the misappropriation/divergence of Resident (R)1's ordered pain medication.
July 27, 2023Standard inspection · 9 citations
- F 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on job description and interviews the facility failed to have qualified staff (Dietary Manager (DM)) with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out food and nutrition services. This had the potential to affect all 96 census residents of the facility.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and review of facility laundry records, the facility failed to ensure staff adhered to wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for residents in contact and droplet isolation for two (Resident (R)147 and R76) of two residents. The facility also failed to ensure that daily hot water temperatures were maintained in the laundry. This failure has the potential to spread blood borne pathogens.
- D Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, document review and the facility failed to ensure one (Resident (R)19) of the twenty-four residents in the sample was allowed to make choices regarding the care of her hair. Failure to allow the resident to make choices did not allow the resident the right to make choices regarding her care at the facility.
- D Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and review of facility policy the facility failed to investigate grievance concerns filed by two Residents (R)44 and R32 regarding nursing care from a sampled 24 residents.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to identify and investigate possible abuse allegations resulting from grievances filed by two Residents (R)44 and R32 from a sampled 24 residents.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to revise the care plan interventions for one of one Resident (R)87 from a sample 24 residents. R87 sustained numerous bed bug bites and his care plan was not revised to reflect the incident or treatment.
- 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 observation, interviews, record review, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to properly secure an indwelling catheter drainage tubing for one of one Resident (R)148 from a sample of 24 residents. This failure has the potential to cause the resident to have reoccurring urinary tract infections.
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and the facility failed to maintain proper sanitary storage of the suction tubing for one Resident (R)48 of six sampled residents that required tracheostomy suctioning to prevent the risk of infections to vulnerable tracheostomy residents. This deficient practice increases the risk of infection for residents requiring tracheostomy suctioning.
- D Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure one of one Resident (R)145 of 24 sampled residents had a functioning call light system. This had the potential to affect the resident's ability to call for assistance.
November 12, 2021Standard inspection · 3 citations
- D Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide a referral to ensure proper treatment to maintain vision for one (1) of 21 residents sampled, Resident #70.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to follow a physician's order to monitor an appetite and give a bolus feeding to a resident if the intake was less than 50%. This failed practice affected one (1) resident (Resident #60) out of 24 sampled residents.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews, record review and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure the Wound Care Nurse (WCN) washed his/her hands after s/he removed soiled gloves before putting on clean gloves during the provision of wound care for one (1) of four (4) residents sampled for pressure ulcer/injury, Resident #18.
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 | South Carolina | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.74 | 3.84 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.56 | 0.63 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.01 | 3.33 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.15 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 1.02 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 36.8% | 45.9% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 42.9% | 42.1% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 3.40 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 4.03 on weekdays and 3.01 on weekends, 25% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.48 in April to June 2025 to 3.74 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 | 3.74 | 0.56 | 4.03 | 3.01 | 0.0% | 0 of 90 | 117 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.97 | 0.52 | 4.27 | 3.22 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 115 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.93 | 0.45 | 4.25 | 3.12 | 0.0% | 1 of 92 | 121 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.48 | 0.46 | 3.78 | 2.73 | 0.0% | 0 of 91 | 120 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| South Carolina, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.62 | 0.53 | 3.81 | 3.13 | 7.2% | 0.3% 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.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | South Carolina | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.1 | 11.9 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.2 | 1.3 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.3 | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.7 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 4.1 | 12.7 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.8 | 5.1 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 14.2 | 15.3 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 32.5 | 24.3 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 12.9 | 13.9 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.2 | 2.0 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.0 | 1.8 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: PRUITTHEALTH - NORTH AUGUSTA, LLC. CMS links this home to Pruitthealth, a group of 96 nursing homes averaging 3 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Health Services of South Carolina Inc | Direct ownership interest | Organization | 11/27/2013 | |
| Pruitt, Neil | Direct ownership interest | Individual | 11/27/2013 | |
| Neil L Pruitt Jr Trust | Indirect ownership interest | Organization | 11/27/2013 | |
| North Augusta Healthcare Properties, Inc | Indirect ownership interest | Organization | 04/07/2008 | |
| Nwp 2020 Child Tr Fbo Neil L Pruitt Jr | Indirect ownership interest | Organization | 08/12/2020 | |
| United Health Services Inc | Indirect ownership interest | Organization | 11/27/2013 | |
| Pruitt, Nancy | Managing control - governing body | Individual | 11/27/2013 | |
| Small, Philip | Corporate director | Individual | 01/03/2011 | |
| Broderick, Ashlyn | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/29/2023 | |
| J Paige Pruitt Trust | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 11/27/2013 | |
| Lisa P Hamby Trust | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 11/27/2013 | |
| North Augusta Healthcare Properties, Inc | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 04/07/2008 | |
| Pruitthealth Consulting Services Inc | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 11/26/2013 | |
| Broderick, Ashlyn | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 04/09/2025 |
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.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on December 3, 2025: "Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on February 12, 2026: "Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody."
- Can we see a resident room, a shower room and the dining room on this visit?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on April 23, 2024: "Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on July 27, 2023: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 3.01 hours per resident per day, below the South Carolina average of 3.33.
Other nursing homes nearby
- NHC Healthcare - North Augusta North Augusta, 3.7 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 10 citations
- Pruitthealth - Augusta Hills Augusta, 3.9 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 9 citations
- Azalea Health Center by Harborview Augusta, 4.8 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 18 citations
- Pruitthealth - Augusta Augusta, 5.7 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 33 citations
- Stevens Park Health and Rehabilitation Augusta, 5.7 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 3 citations
- Pruitthealth - Creekside Augusta, 6.4 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 3 citations
- Place at Martinez, the Augusta, 7.1 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 8 citations
- Harrington Park Health and Rehabilitation Augusta, 7.4 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 8 citations
South Carolina contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in South Carolina. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: South Carolina Department of Public Health, Healthcare Quality, Nursing Homes, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: South Carolina Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, Department on Aging, 1-800-868-9095. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: SC Survey and Certification Public CMS-2567 Search, where South Carolina publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Pruitthealth- North Augusta's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Pruitthealth- North Augusta 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Pruitthealth- North Augusta get at its last inspection?
- 1 health deficiency at the standard inspection on April 23, 2025. The South Carolina average is 3.7.
- Has Pruitthealth- North Augusta been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Pruitthealth- North Augusta 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 Pruitthealth- North Augusta?
- CMS lists 14 owners and managers, and links the home to Pruitthealth. Legal business name: PRUITTHEALTH - NORTH AUGUSTA, LLC.
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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