ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families seeking care. It ranks #60 out of 298 facilities in Tennessee, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among the two nursing homes in Lincoln County. The facility's performance is improving, with a decrease in issues from four in 2022 to two in 2024. Staffing received a below-average rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 54%, which is around the state average. There have been no fines recorded, which is a positive sign, but the facility has less RN coverage than 77% of Tennessee facilities, meaning residents may not get as much oversight from registered nurses. Some specific incidents noted by inspectors include failures in food safety practices, such as not properly cleaning the ice machine and not storing milk at the correct temperature, which could lead to foodborne illness. Additionally, the facility did not ensure that food was handled in a sanitary manner during observations, raising concerns about the hygiene of meal preparation. There was also a failure to maintain a complete medical record for a resident related to the administration of controlled substances, which is critical for ensuring proper medication management. While there are strengths in the facility, particularly in its overall recommendation and lack of fines, these weaknesses in food safety and record-keeping should be taken seriously by families considering this home.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Tennessee
- #60/298
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 54% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 24 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Tennessee. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ○ Average
- 10 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
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
Near Tennessee avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 10 deficiencies on record
Jul 2024
2 deficiencies
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
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain a complete an...
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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 facility policy review, temperature log review, facility documentation review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to minimize the potential for foodborne illness transmission by ...
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Apr 2022
4 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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure 2 of 7 sampled...
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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 facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to develop and implement ...
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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 facility policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure proper infecti...
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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 facility policy review, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure food was handled in a sanitary manner in the kitchen on 4 of 4 observations, having the potential to affect...
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Jun 2019
4 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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to promote care that maintained r...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0659
(Tag F0659)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on policy review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to follow the interventions for falls accordan...
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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 policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to follow physician diet orders a...
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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 policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to provide care and services to m...
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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 B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Tennessee.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Tennessee, 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 Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville Staffed?
CMS rates ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 54%, compared to the Tennessee average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 86%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville?
State health inspectors documented 10 deficiencies at ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE during 2019 to 2024. These included: 10 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville?
ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by TWIN RIVERS HEALTH & REHABILITATION, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 79 certified beds and approximately 50 residents (about 63% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in FAYETTEVILLE, Tennessee.
How Does Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Tennessee, ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (54%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE 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 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Tennessee. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville Stick Around?
ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE has a staff turnover rate of 54%, which is 8 percentage points above the Tennessee average of 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 Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville Ever Fined?
ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE 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 Elk River Health & Rehabilitation Of Fayetteville on Any Federal Watch List?
ELK RIVER HEALTH & REHABILITATION OF FAYETTEVILLE 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.