MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good choice among nursing homes, though not the top tier. It ranks #124 out of 223 facilities in Alabama, placing it in the bottom half, and #4 out of 5 in Lauderdale County, meaning there is only one better option nearby. The facility’s performance is stable, with the number of issues remaining consistent at 1 from 2019 to 2023. Staffing is a strength, with a 4/5 rating and a turnover rate of 39%, which is lower than the state average, suggesting that staff are experienced and familiar with residents. However, there have been concerns about proper hygiene practices, with incidents including staff not washing hands after potentially contaminating them and failing to ensure that a resident was free from abuse, which raises safety concerns. Overall, while there are strengths in staffing, families should be aware of the hygiene and safety issues that have been flagged.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Alabama
- #124/223
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 39% turnover. Near Alabama's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 40 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Alabama. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 7 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (39%)
9 points below Alabama average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Alabama average (2.9)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
Near Alabama avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 7 deficiencies on record
Sept 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, interviews, document review, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure that one of six residents ...
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Sept 2019
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0635
(Tag F0635)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, record review, and review of a facility policy titled, admission Orders, the facility failed t...
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Aug 2018
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, medical record review and a review of facility's policies titled Administering Medications and...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on an observation, interview, medical record review, and review of a facility policy titled Smoking- (name of facility), t...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, medical review, Potter and [NAME], Fundamentals of Nursing, Ninth Edition, and a facility poli...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview and review of the 2017 U.S. Food & Drug Administration Food Code reference to When to Wash, Temperature and Time Control Frozen Food, Person In Charge and a facility Po...
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Jun 2017
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0164
(Tag F0164)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based observations, interviews and a facility policy titled, Workstation Use and Security, the facility failed to ensure residents on the 200 hall were provided privacy as the licensed nurse did not c...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- • 39% turnover. Below Alabama's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No major red flags. Standard due diligence and a personal visit recommended.
About This Facility
What is Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Alabama, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation Staffed?
CMS rates MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 39%, compared to the Alabama average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation?
State health inspectors documented 7 deficiencies at MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION during 2017 to 2025. These included: 7 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation?
MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by PRESTON HEALTH SERVICES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 222 certified beds and approximately 189 residents (about 85% occupancy), it is a large facility located in FLORENCE, Alabama.
How Does Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation Compare to Other Alabama Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Alabama, MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (39%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 3-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Alabama. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation Stick Around?
MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION has a staff turnover rate of 39%, which is about average for Alabama nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation Ever Fined?
MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation on Any Federal Watch List?
MITCHELL-HOLLINGSWORTH NURSING & REHABILITATION is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.