SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION

60 SHADY LAWN PLACE, VICKSBURG, MS 39180 (601) 636-1448
For profit - Corporation 100 Beds VANGUARD HEALTHCARE Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
93/100
#21 of 200 in MS
Last Inspection: May 2024

Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.

Overview

Shady Lawn Health and Rehabilitation in Vicksburg, Mississippi has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and performing well compared to other facilities. It ranks #21 out of 200 in the state and is the top facility in Warren County, suggesting it is one of the best local options available. However, the facility's trend is concerning as the number of issues reported has worsened from 1 in 2019 to 3 in 2024. Staffing is a strong point with a 5/5 star rating and a turnover rate of only 28%, which is significantly lower than the state average, ensuring continuity of care for residents. While there have been no fines, indicating compliance with regulations, recent inspections found that staff failed to accurately assess resident needs and did not develop necessary care plans for smoking and nail care, which could potentially harm residents if not addressed.

Trust Score
A
93/100
In Mississippi
#21/200
Top 10%
Safety Record
Low Risk
No red flags
Inspections
Getting Worse
1 → 3 violations
Staff Stability
✓ Good
28% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 20 points below Mississippi's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
Penalties
✓ Good
No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Mississippi facilities.
Skilled Nurses
✓ Good
Each resident gets 51 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Mississippi. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
Violations
✓ Good
Only 4 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
★★★★★
5.0
Overall Rating
★★★★★
5.0
Staff Levels
★★★★☆
4.0
Care Quality
★★★★★
5.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2019: 1 issues
2024: 3 issues

The Good

  • 5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
  • 4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
  • Low Staff Turnover (28%) · Staff stability means consistent care
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record
  • Staff turnover is low (28%)

    20 points below Mississippi average of 48%

Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.

The Bad

Chain: VANGUARD HEALTHCARE

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

The Ugly 4 deficiencies on record

May 2024 3 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 observation, resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review the facility failed to transmit a...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review the facility failed to transmit accurate assessments for two (2) of 2 residents reviewed for Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. Resident #5 and Resident #10. Findings include: Review of the facility policy titled, Medicare Management with a revision date of 10-2023 revealed, .b .Coding of Assessment: i. All disciplines shall follow the guidelines in Chapter 3 of the current Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual for coding each assessment. Review of the facility policy titled, Chapter 3: Overview to the item-by-item guide to the MDS 3.0 dated October 2023 revealed, This chapter provides item-by-item coding instructions for all required sections and items in the MDS Version 3.0 item sets. The goal of this chapter is to facilitate the accurate coding of the MDS resident assessment and to provide assessors with the rationale and resources to optimize resident care and outcomes . Resident #5 A record review of admission 5-day MDS with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 4/3/2024 revealed, Section H-Bladder and Bowel that Resident #5 was coded under Urinary and Bowel Continence as always incontinent. A record review of the Documentation Survey Report dated March 2024 and April 2024 for the seven (7)-day look back period of March 27-April 2 for Resident #5 revealed the resident had 13 bladder incontinent episodes, nine (9) continent bladder episodes and had 10 bowel incontinent episodes and eight (8) continent bowel episodes. During an interview on 5/01/24 at 11:40 AM, Resident #5 revealed I usually use my bedside commode or ask for a bedpan. Still, I occasionally have an accident which is why I wear briefs. During an interview and record review on 5/01/24 at 2:40 PM, the MDS Nurse confirmed during the seven-day look-back period documentation from March 27 through April 2, Resident #5 was continent of the bladder 9 times and incontinent 13 times. She confirmed the resident was incontinent of bowel 10 times and had 8 continent bowel episodes. She confirmed Resident #5 should have been coded as frequently incontinent of bowel and bladder instead of coded as always incontinent. An interview on 5/01/24 at 3:05 PM, the Director of Nurses (DON) confirmed Resident #5's Bowel and Bladder (Section H) MDS assessment was coded inaccurately and failed to represent an accurate assessment of the resident. A record review of Resident #5's admission Record revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included Fracture of the right Patella, End Stage Renal Disease, and Diastolic (Congestive) Heart Failure. Record review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 4/3/24 revealed in Section C, a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 which indicated the resident is cognitively intact. Resident #10 Record review of the Order Summary Report with active orders as of 4/17/24 for Resident #10 revealed orders dated 11/21/2023, Wanderguard: Check placement and function every shift and Wanderguard: Monitor residents whereabouts q (every) 2 (two) hrs (hours). An observation on 4/30/2024 at 10:40 AM, revealed Resident #10 sitting in a chair in the activity room. A wander alert bracelet was observed on his right arm. Record review of Resident #10's Quarterly MDS with an ARD of 4/17/2024 revealed under section P, wander/elopement alarm was indicated not used during the assessment look back period. An interview with the MDS Nurse on 5/1/2024 at 12:00 PM, confirmed an error was made on Resident #10's Quarterly MDS. She revealed that the wanderguard should have been marked as used daily. She revealed the purpose of the MDS was to paint a complete picture of the resident. An interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 5/1/2024 at 3:12 PM, confirmed an error was made on Resident #10's MDS and the wanderguard was not captured. She revealed the MDS did not represent an accurate assessment of the resident. Record review of the admission Record revealed the facility admitted Resident #10 on 8/21/2023 with medical diagnoses that included Schizophrenia and Mild intellectual disabilities.
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

Comprehensive Care Plan (Tag F0656)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observations, resident and staff interview, record review, and facility policy review the facility failed to develop a smoking care plan for Resident #36 and failed to develop a care plan for...

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Based on observations, resident and staff interview, record review, and facility policy review the facility failed to develop a smoking care plan for Resident #36 and failed to develop a care plan for nail care for Resident #63 for two (2) of 19 care plans reviewed. Resident #36 and Resident #63. Findings include. A review of the facility policy with a revision date of 03/2019, titled Comprehensive Care Plan, revealed: Standard: It is the policy of this facility to develop and implement a comprehensive person - centered care plan for each resident, consistent with resident rights, that includes measurable objectives and timeframe's to meet a resident's medical, nursing and mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the resident's comprehensive assessment . Resident #36 Record review of Resident #36's care plan with a date initiated:5/4/22 and a resolved date: 9/29/22 revealed Focus RESOLVED: The resident is at risk for injury r/t (related to) smoking Cigarettes and keeps a Cigar in his mouth . The desired outcome and all interventions were marked RESOLVED. Record review of Resident #36's .Smoking and Safety evaluation dated 3/20/24 revealed .2. Which of the following products does the Resident use? The response was checked 1. Tobacco An interview on 05/01/24 at 3:50 PM, with the Minimum Data Set (MDS) Nurse confirmed that Resident #36 does smoke tobacco occasionally and that he does not have a current care plan for smoking but that he should. The MDS nurse confirmed that the resident had a care plan for smoking that was resolved 9/29/22. The MDS nurse revealed that the purpose of having a care plan is to guide the residents care safely and that without a care plan a resident can receive care the wrong way. An observation and interview, on 05/01/24 at 4:00 PM with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #1 confirmed Resident #36 does smoke tobacco occasionally, but not every day. LPN #1 stated We offer him to go for each smoke break, sometimes he does and sometimes he doesn't go. LPN #1 revealed that the resident has one full unopened pack of cigarettes and one pack of cigarettes that is open and has cigarettes missing from the pack. Both packs of cigarettes had the residents name written on them and they were located inside of the facility smoke box. An interview, on 05/01/24 at 4:05 PM with Resident #36 confirmed that he does smoke tobacco occasionally. An interview on 05/02/24 at 8:00 AM, with the Administrator confirmed that the purpose of the care plan is to guide the residents care safely and without the care plan the resident can receive the wrong care. Resident #63 Record review of the care plans revealed (Proper name of Resident #63) has an ADL (Activities of Daily Living) deficit .Desired Outcome .The resident will maintain or improve current ability in .Personal Hygiene . There were no interventions/task developed for nail care for Resident #63 included in the care plan. During an observation on 4/30/2024 at 2:42 PM, Resident #63 was sitting in a wheelchair in the activity room. Excessively long, thick, discolored fingernails observed on both hands measuring approximately one-half (1/2) inch in length. An observation and interview on 5/1/2024 at 10:35 AM, with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2, confirmed Resident #63 had long nails that needed to be cut. An interview with the Minimum Data Set Nurse (MDS) on 5/2/2024 at 10:01 AM, confirmed the resident did not have a care plan developed for nail care. She revealed they did not have the nail care task developed for Resident #63; therefore, a care plan had not been developed. She explained the purpose of the care plan was to guide the staff with the resident care to be given.
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

ADL Care (Tag F0677)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to provide the necessary nail care for a resident as evidenced by long, thick fingernails for one ...

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Based on observation, staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to provide the necessary nail care for a resident as evidenced by long, thick fingernails for one (1) of 17 sampled residents. Resident #63 Findings Include: Review of the facility policy titled Resident Hygiene with a revision date of 06/2022 revealed Purpose: The purpose of this procedure is to clean the nail bed to keep nails trimmed and to prevent infections. Nail care includes cleaning and trimming as needed. Proper nail care can aid in the prevention of skin problems around the nail bed. Trimmed and smooth nails prevent the resident from accidentally scratching and injuring his/her skin . An observation on 4/30/2024 at 2:42 PM, revealed Resident #63 sitting in a wheelchair in the activity room. He had excessively long, thick, discolored fingernails observed on both hands measuring approximately one-half (1/2) inch in length. During an observation and interview with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2 on 5/1/2024, at 10:35 AM, confirmed Resident #62 had long nails that needed to be cut. She revealed that the nails could cause skin injury. She explained that the resident was a diabetic and a Registered Nurse (RN) must cut his nails. An interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 5/1/2024 at 10:51 AM, revealed the Wound Care Nurse was responsible for cutting the diabetic nails and confirmed the facility did not have a nail care task implemented for Resident #63. She revealed that long nails could cause skin injuries. Record review of the admission Record the facility admitted Resident #63 on 3/25/2023 with medical diagnoses that included Type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Sept 2019 1 deficiency
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** Resident #49 Review of the Quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 8/9/2019, revealed the MDS was coded that the resident received seven (...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #49 Review of the Quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 8/9/2019, revealed the MDS was coded that the resident received seven (7) days of an antipsychotic medication during the seven day look back period. Review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for August 2019 revealed Resident #49 did not have any antipsychotic medications administered. Review of the Physician's Orders for August 2019 revealed no antipsychotic medications were ordered. Review of the Care Plan revealed no antipsychotic medications were identified as a concern/problem/need. An interview with Registered Nurse (RN) #1, on 09/11/2019 at 4:30 PM, revealed the information for how many days a resident receives a medication is taken from the Medication Administration Record (MAR). She could not locate on the MAR where the resident received a dose of an antipsychotic medication. RN #1 stated that it was an error in coding. RN #1 stated, it's very important that they are coded correctly, due to that drives the Care Area Assessments (CAAs), care plans, and how we take care of the residents. Based on record review, staff interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to accurately complete the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for the correct discharge, and the administration of antipsychotic medications for two (2) of 21 resident Minimum Data Sets reviewed, Residents #79 and #49. Findings include: Review of the facility's policy revealed that the facility follows the Centers for Medicare Services Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Version 3.0 Manual, The RAI process has multiple regulatory requirements. Federal regulations at 42 CFR 483.20(b)(1)(xviii), (g), and (h) require that (1) the assessment accurately reflects the resident's status. Resident #79 Record review of a Physician's Order, dated 08/07/19, revealed Resident #79 was discharged home with (Name of Home Health) on 08/09/19. Record review of the Social Worker Discharge to Home-Durable Medical Equipment (DME)-Follow up Appointment Instructions, dated 08/09/19, revealed Resident #28 was discharged home with home health. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 08/09/19, revealed the Discharge Status in Section A, Item A2100, was coded as discharged to an acute hospital. Record review of the Discharge summary, dated [DATE], revealed the resident was discharged , on 08/09/19, home with family. The reason for discharge was Condition Improved. On 09/11/19, at 2:32 PM, an interview with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), revealed the MDS was coded wrong, that Resident #79 went home. On 09/11/19 2:35 PM, an interview with MDS Coordinator, revealed the Discharge MDS, with an ARD of 08/09/19, was coded wrong. She stated she checked the wrong box and it should have been coded discharge to home. The MDS Coordinator stated, We are supposed to check to be sure of the accuracy before we close it and that the facility follows the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) manual policy. She stated she would do a correction for that assessment. Review of the Face Sheet for Resident #79 revealed the resident was admitted by the facility, on 5/29/19, with a primary diagnosis of Infective Endocarditis.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

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

Strengths
  • • Grade A (93/100). 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 4 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
Concerns
  • • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
Bottom line: Generally positive indicators. Standard due diligence and a personal visit recommended.

About This Facility

What is Shady Lawn's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION 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 Shady Lawn Staffed?

CMS rates SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 28%, compared to the Mississippi average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.

What Have Inspectors Found at Shady Lawn?

State health inspectors documented 4 deficiencies at SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION during 2019 to 2024. These included: 4 with potential for harm.

Who Owns and Operates Shady Lawn?

SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND 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 VANGUARD HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 100 certified beds and approximately 74 residents (about 74% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in VICKSBURG, Mississippi.

How Does Shady Lawn Compare to Other Mississippi Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Mississippi, SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (28%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Shady Lawn?

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 Shady Lawn Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND 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 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 Shady Lawn Stick Around?

Staff at SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 28%, the facility is 17 percentage points below the Mississippi average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 15%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.

Was Shady Lawn Ever Fined?

SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND 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 Shady Lawn on Any Federal Watch List?

SHADY LAWN HEALTH AND 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.