FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a highly recommended facility. Ranking #10 out of 200 nursing homes in the state places it in the top half, and it stands at #2 of 8 in Forrest County, meaning there is only one better local option. The facility's performance is stable, with a consistent number of issues reported over the last couple of years. Staffing is a strong point, boasting a perfect 5/5 rating and more registered nurse coverage than any other nursing home in Mississippi, although the turnover rate is 51%, slightly above the state average. While there have been no fines, there are some concerns, including a failure to store oxygen tubing properly, leading to potential hygiene risks, and instances of staff not performing hand hygiene after removing gloves during medication administration, raising infection control concerns.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Mississippi
- #10/200
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 51% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Mississippi facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 246 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Mississippi nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Mississippi avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
The Ugly 3 deficiencies on record
May 2025
1 deficiency
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, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to follow appropriate infection prevention practices by not ensuring oxygen tubing was stored in a clean and sanitary manner wh...
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Nov 2023
1 deficiency
MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
MDS Data Transmission
(Tag F0640)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on staff interview, record review, and the facility policy review, the facility failed to electronically submit a discharge Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for three (3) of 20 sampled resident...
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Jun 2022
1 deficiency
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 observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility staff failed to perform hand hygiene after glove removal during medication administration for one (1) of seve...
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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
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Mississippi.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Mississippi facilities.
- • Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Mississippi, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit Staffed?
CMS rates FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 51%, compared to the Mississippi average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit?
State health inspectors documented 3 deficiencies at FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT during 2022 to 2025. These included: 2 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit?
FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 29 certified beds and approximately 28 residents (about 97% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in HATTIESBURG, Mississippi.
How Does Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit Compare to Other Mississippi Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Mississippi, FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (51%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit?
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 Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT 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 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Mississippi. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit Stick Around?
FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT has a staff turnover rate of 51%, which is about average for Mississippi 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 Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit Ever Fined?
FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT 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 Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit on Any Federal Watch List?
FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT 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.