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Nurse Care of Buckhead

2920 Pharr Court South NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 261-9043

Special Focus Facility — SFF Candidate
CCN
115129
Certified beds
220
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Wellington Health Care Services

Nurse staffing

3.52
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted

Registered nurses: 0.30 hours per resident per day

Nursing staff turnover: 68% a year

Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.

Inspection history

Inspected December 11, 2025

6 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0558 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 11, 2026
D
F0609 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 11, 2026
D
F0610 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 11, 2026
D
F0689 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 11, 2026
D
F0760 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 11, 2026
F
F0838 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 11, 2026

Inspected June 9, 2025

28 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
C
F0568 No actual harm with potential for minimal harm · Widespread

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0550 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0554 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0561 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0578 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0580 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0609 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0610 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0641 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0657 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0692 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0697 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
D
F0759 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
E
F0755 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
E
F0804 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
E
F0812 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
E
F0814 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
F
F0644 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
F
F0867 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
F
F0880 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
F
F0881 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
F
F0883 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
F
F0887 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
F
F0921 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
G
F0689 Actual harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
J
F0656 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
J
F0698 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 5, 2025
J
F0835 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 6, 2025

Inspected March 4, 2025

7 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
B
F0732 No actual harm with potential for minimal harm · Pattern

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 18, 2025
D
F0600 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 18, 2025
D
F0607 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 18, 2025
D
F0684 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 18, 2025
D
F0729 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 18, 2025
F
F0579 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 18, 2025
F
F0940 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 18, 2025

Inspected August 1, 2024

23 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0602 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0603 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0623 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 16, 2024
D
F0658 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0677 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0693 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0698 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0712 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0727 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0755 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0883 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
D
F0887 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
E
F0567 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
E
F0584 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
E
F0692 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
E
F0837 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
E
F0867 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
E
F0880 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 1, 2024
F
F0585 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
F
F0725 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
F
F0908 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
F
F0924 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024
F
F0925 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 15, 2024

Inspected September 7, 2023

13 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0584 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal 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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
D
F0623 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
D
F0641 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
D
F0677 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
D
F0684 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
D
F0688 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
D
F0761 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal 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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
D
F0791 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
D
F0842 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
D
F0919 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
E
F0585 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
E
F0698 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023
E
F0925 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 22, 2023

Inspected December 30, 2021

3 citations · Health
D
F0645 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 8, 2022
F
F0812 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 8, 2022
F
F0814 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 8, 2022

Penalties

DateTypeAmount
June 9, 2025Fine$262,659
August 1, 2024Fine$5,346
August 1, 2024Payment Denial · 43 days
February 20, 2024Fine$2,659
February 12, 2024Fine$2,279
January 22, 2024Fine$4,558