WISTERIA GARDENS
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Wisteria Gardens in Pearl, Mississippi has a Trust Grade of C+, indicating it is slightly above average in quality but not exceptional. It ranks #95 out of 200 facilities in the state, placing it in the top half, and #7 out of 9 in Rankin County, meaning there are only two local options that perform better. Unfortunately, the facility's trend is worsening, with the number of reported issues increasing from 3 in 2023 to 6 in 2025. Staffing is a concern, as it has a below-average rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a high turnover rate of 64%, which is significantly above the state average. However, it does have good RN coverage, exceeding that of 98% of facilities in the state, which is beneficial for resident care. There are some specific incidents of concern. For example, expired food items were found in the kitchen, indicating a failure to follow food safety protocols. Additionally, there were medication errors observed, with a medication error rate of 10.34%, which is above the acceptable threshold. On a positive note, there have been no fines issued, suggesting compliance with regulatory standards in some areas. Overall, while Wisteria Gardens has some strengths, families should be aware of its increasing issues and staffing challenges.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Mississippi
- #95/200
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 64% 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 43 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Mississippi. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 14 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-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 quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Mississippi average (2.6)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
18pts above Mississippi avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
16 points above Mississippi average of 48%
The Ugly 14 deficiencies on record
Feb 2025
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, record reviews, and staff interviews, the facility failed to correctly code a Minimum Data Set ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure medications were safely and securely stored for one (1) of four (4) residents observed f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0865
(Tag F0865)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, staff interview, and facility policy review, the facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee failed to sustain corrective actions to prevent recur...
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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 observations, interviews, and record and facility policy review, the facility failed to follow infection prevention gui...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure the medication error rate was less than five percent (5%) as evidenced by three (3) erro...
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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, staff interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to store food and maintain sanitary practices in accordance with professional standards for food safety related t...
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Oct 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0697
(Tag F0697)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interviews, record reviews, and facility policy review the facility failed to manage a resident's pain by not administering medication per physician orders for one (1) of three (...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure items in the kitchen refrigera...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, staff interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to post the daily staffing hours for public viewing (4) of four (4) days reviewed for staff posting.
Findings in...
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Sept 2021
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Assessments
(Tag F0636)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interviews, physician interview, record review and facility policy review the facility failed to cod...
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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** Resident #9
Record review of Resident #9's Comprehensive Care Plan initiated 7/27/21 revealed problem, Oxygen therapy due to Acu...
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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, interviews, record review and facility policy review the facility failed to anchor a Foley catheter tube s...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
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 facility policy review the facility failed to ensure a resident who wa...
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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** Resident #144
During an observation of catheter care on 09/09/21 at 4:00 PM, revealed CNA#3 put gloves on bedside table. The bed...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "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
- • 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.
- • 14 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • 64% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Wisteria Gardens's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WISTERIA GARDENS an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Mississippi, 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 Wisteria Gardens Staffed?
CMS rates WISTERIA GARDENS's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 64%, which is 18 percentage points above the Mississippi average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Wisteria Gardens?
State health inspectors documented 14 deficiencies at WISTERIA GARDENS during 2021 to 2025. These included: 13 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Wisteria Gardens?
WISTERIA GARDENS 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 52 certified beds and approximately 45 residents (about 87% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in PEARL, Mississippi.
How Does Wisteria Gardens Compare to Other Mississippi Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Mississippi, WISTERIA GARDENS's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (64%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Wisteria Gardens?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Wisteria Gardens Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WISTERIA GARDENS 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 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 Wisteria Gardens Stick Around?
Staff turnover at WISTERIA GARDENS is high. At 64%, the facility is 18 percentage points above the Mississippi 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 Wisteria Gardens Ever Fined?
WISTERIA GARDENS 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 Wisteria Gardens on Any Federal Watch List?
WISTERIA GARDENS 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.