WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Wood Presbyterian Home in Sweetwater, Tennessee, has an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating that it is an excellent facility highly recommended for care. It ranks #50 out of 298 nursing homes in the state, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among three local facilities in Monroe County. Although the facility is new and has not shown trends over time, its staffing turnover rate is a positive aspect at 30%, significantly lower than the state average of 48%. However, families should be aware of some concerns, including the presence of expired medications available for resident use and the failure to update a resident's care plan, which could potentially affect their wellbeing. Overall, while strengths like excellent inspection ratings and low fines exist, these identified weaknesses warrant careful consideration.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Tennessee
- #50/298
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Too New
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 30% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 18 points below Tennessee's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 34 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Tennessee. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 2 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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Low Staff Turnover (30%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (30%)
18 points below Tennessee average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Tennessee's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 2 deficiencies on record
May 2025
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
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 revise the care plan f...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure expired medications were discarded in 2 of 2 medication storage rooms observed.
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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 (93/100). 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.
- • Only 2 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 Wood Presbyterian Home's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much 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 Wood Presbyterian Home Staffed?
CMS rates WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 30%, compared to the Tennessee average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Wood Presbyterian Home?
State health inspectors documented 2 deficiencies at WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME during 2025. These included: 2 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Wood Presbyterian Home?
WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 89 certified beds and approximately 69 residents (about 78% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in SWEETWATER, Tennessee.
How Does Wood Presbyterian Home Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Tennessee, WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (30%) 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 Wood Presbyterian Home?
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 Wood Presbyterian Home Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME 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 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 Wood Presbyterian Home Stick Around?
Staff at WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 30%, the facility is 16 percentage points below the Tennessee 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.
Was Wood Presbyterian Home Ever Fined?
WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME 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 Wood Presbyterian Home on Any Federal Watch List?
WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME 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.