COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION CENTER
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Countryside Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center has a Trust Grade of C, indicating it is average compared to other facilities, meaning it is not great but not terrible either. It ranks #181 out of 298 nursing homes in Tennessee, placing it in the bottom half, and #3 out of 3 in Lawrence County, suggesting limited local options. The facility is currently worsening, with the number of reported issues increasing from 4 in 2019 to 9 in 2021. Staffing is a strength, with a 2/5 star rating but a turnover rate of 45%, which is better than the state average of 48%. However, there are concerning areas: the facility has less RN coverage than 94% of its peers, and specific incidents include expired food items being stored, poor infection control practices in the kitchen, and a failure to consistently perform COVID-19 testing for staff members. Overall, while there are some strengths, serious improvements are needed in safety and infection control practices.
- Trust Score
- C
- In Tennessee
- #181/298
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 45% 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 18 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Tennessee. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 13 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
Below Tennessee average (2.8)
Below average - review inspection findings carefully
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 13 deficiencies on record
Sept 2021
9 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, observation, and interview, the facility failed to promote and enhance the resident's dignity during a d...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0637
(Tag F0637)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to initiate a significant change Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment within 14 days after hospice services were ordered for 1 of 21 samp...
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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 medical record review and interview, the facility failed to implement neurological (neuro) checks and appropriate inter...
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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 policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to provide care and services to m...
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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 the policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents maintaine...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Tube Feeding
(Tag F0693)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure 1 of 5 nurses (Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #7) followed the facility policy for medication a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0849
(Tag F0849)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a Physician's Order was obtained related to Hospice for 1 of 1 sampled resident (Resident #21) reviewed for hospice.
The fin...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0886
(Tag F0886)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy, COVID 19 testing log review, and staff interview, the facility failed to develop and implement a system to track and ensure all staff were tested for COVID-19 twice weekly fo...
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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 policy review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure food was stored, prepared, and served under sanitary conditions as evidenced by expired food items in the cooler, 1 of...
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Dec 2019
4 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 medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents were accurately assessed for anticoagulan...
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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 medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to follow the physician's orders for 1 of 6 samp...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to prevent the spread of infection when 2 of 12 staff members (Certified...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on policy review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure practices to prevent the potential spread of infection were followed when 3 of 5 nurses (Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN...
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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
- • 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.
- • 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • Grade C (55/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION CENTER an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered below average nationally. Within Tennessee, 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 Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center Staffed?
CMS rates COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 45%, compared to the Tennessee average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center?
State health inspectors documented 13 deficiencies at COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION CENTER during 2019 to 2021. These included: 13 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center?
COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 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 PLAINVIEW HEALTHCARE PARTNERS, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 162 certified beds and approximately 92 residents (about 57% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in LAWRENCEBURG, Tennessee.
How Does Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Tennessee, COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (2 stars) is below the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (45%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (2 stars) is below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center?
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 Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 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 2-star overall rating and ranks #100 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 Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center Stick Around?
COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 45%, which is about average for Tennessee 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 Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center Ever Fined?
COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 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 Countryside Post-Acute And Rehabilitation Center on Any Federal Watch List?
COUNTRYSIDE POST-ACUTE AND REHABILITATION 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.