BOSTICK NURSING CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Bostick Nursing Center in Milledgeville, Georgia has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the facility's quality and care. Ranking #250 out of 353 nursing homes in the state places it in the bottom half, and it is the lowest-ranked facility in Baldwin County. The facility is showing signs of improvement, having reduced reported issues from five in 2023 to one in 2024, but it still faces serious challenges. Staffing is a major concern, with a 70% turnover rate that is much higher than the state average, and the facility has been assessed with $510,828 in fines-more than 98% of Georgia facilities. Recent inspections revealed critical issues, such as failing to protect residents from physical and sexual abuse and not developing care plans for residents with known backgrounds of inappropriate behavior, highlighting both serious weaknesses in resident safety and care management.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Georgia
- #250/353
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 70% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $510,828 in fines. Higher than 97% of Georgia facilities. Major compliance failures.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 21 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Georgia. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 20 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Below Georgia average (2.6)
Significant quality concerns identified by CMS
24pts above Georgia avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Well above median ($33,413)
Significant penalties indicating serious issues
22 points above Georgia average of 48%
The Ugly 20 deficiencies on record
May 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interviews, record review, and review of the facility policy titled Weight Monitoring Policy and Pro...
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Nov 2023
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
Deficiency F0602
(Tag F0602)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff and resident interviews, record review, and a review of the facility policy titled, Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, or Misappropriation- Reporting and Investigating, the facility failed t...
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May 2023
4 deficiencies
4 IJ (4 affecting multiple)
CRITICAL
(K)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, record reviews, and review of policy titled Abuse Prevention Program, the facility failed to maintain an en...
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CRITICAL
(K)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to develop care plans for four residents (R) (R#2, R#5, R#8, and R#9) with a known inappropriate sexual behavior background to address the b...
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CRITICAL
(K)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
Based on interviews and record reviews the facility failed to ensure care plans were revised to include occurrences of abuse with the interventions implemented for six residents (R#1, R#2, R#4, R#5, R...
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CRITICAL
(K)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Deficiency F0838
(Tag F0838)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to conduct and document a facility wide assessment that included and documented all required components of the resident population and f...
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Nov 2022
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on the observation, interviews, and review of facility documents, the facility failed to ensure residents were not served meals on disposable dishware. The facility census was 205.
Findings incl...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Review of the clinical record for R#146 revealed resident was admitted on [DATE] with diagnosis including, but not limited to...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, resident and staff interviews, record review and review of the facility policy titled Safety and Supervisi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and staff interview, and review of the facility policy titled Catheter Care, Urinary the fac...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review, staff interview, and review of the policy titled, PRN Psychotropic Notification and PRN An...
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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
Based on observation and staff interviews, the facility failed to wash/sanitize hands and change gloves during wound treatment for one resident (R) (#16) reviewed for pressure ulcers. The sample size ...
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Aug 2019
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Medical record review for R#61 revealed he was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses, that include but not limite...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to follow the plans of care related to gastrointestinal disorder...
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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 record review and staff interview, the facility failed to revise the care plan related to pressure ulcers for one resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, resident and staff interview, and review of the policy, Bowel (Lower Gastrointestinal Tract) Disorders -...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and resident and staff interview, the facility failed to provide medication administration ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to document treatment administration for two residents (R) (#214 and ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0868
(Tag F0868)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and staff interview, the facility's Quality Assessment and Assurance (QAA) committee failed to meet at least quarterly during the previous year.
Findings include:
On 8/1/19 at 4...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0576
(Tag F0576)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and resident and staff interview, the facility failed to provide mail delivery service to residents on Saturdays. This deficient practice affected all residents in the facility. T...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 4 life-threatening violation(s), $510,828 in fines, Payment denial on record. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 20 deficiencies on record, including 4 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $510,828 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Georgia. Major compliance failures.
- • Grade F (0/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Bostick Nursing Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BOSTICK NURSING CENTER an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered much below average nationally. Within Georgia, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Bostick Nursing Center Staffed?
CMS rates BOSTICK NURSING CENTER's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 70%, which is 24 percentage points above the Georgia average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Bostick Nursing Center?
State health inspectors documented 20 deficiencies at BOSTICK NURSING CENTER during 2019 to 2024. These included: 4 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 16 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Bostick Nursing Center?
BOSTICK NURSING CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 280 certified beds and approximately 246 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a large facility located in MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia.
How Does Bostick Nursing Center Compare to Other Georgia Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Georgia, BOSTICK NURSING CENTER's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (70%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Bostick Nursing Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations, the facility's high staff turnover rate, and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Bostick Nursing Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BOSTICK NURSING CENTER has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 4 Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 1-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Georgia. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Bostick Nursing Center Stick Around?
Staff turnover at BOSTICK NURSING CENTER is high. At 70%, the facility is 24 percentage points above the Georgia average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Bostick Nursing Center Ever Fined?
BOSTICK NURSING CENTER has been fined $510,828 across 1 penalty action. This is 13.4x the Georgia average of $38,187. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.
Is Bostick Nursing Center on Any Federal Watch List?
BOSTICK NURSING CENTER 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.