JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE

407 LAURA LEE DR, WHITE PINE, TN 37890 (865) 327-4100
Government - County 30 Beds Independent Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
50/100
Last Inspection: October 2023

Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.

Overview

Jefferson Park at White Pine has received a Trust Grade of C, which means it is average compared to other nursing homes. However, it ranks at the bottom in Tennessee and Jefferson County, indicating that there are no other facilities to compare against in the state. The facility is new, having just undergone its first inspection, so there is no trend data available yet. Staffing is a strength here, with a 0% turnover rate, which is significantly lower than the state average, suggesting that staff members are committed and familiar with the residents. Additionally, there have been no fines reported, which is a positive sign, but the facility has concerning RN coverage, as it falls short compared to 93% of other Tennessee facilities. Importantly, the inspection findings show no issues, indicating a clean record in terms of compliance and care. Overall, while there are strengths in staffing stability and compliance, families should consider the lack of RN coverage and the facility's ranking when making their decision.

Trust Score
C
50/100
In Tennessee
#112/223
Top 50%
Safety Record
Low Risk
No red flags
Inspections
Too New
0 → 0 violations
Staff Stability
○ Average
Turnover data not reported for this facility.
Penalties
✓ Good
No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
Skilled Nurses
○ Average
Each resident gets 32 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Tennessee. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
Violations
✓ Good
No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
☆☆☆☆☆
0.0
Overall Rating
☆☆☆☆☆
0.0
Staff Levels
☆☆☆☆☆
0.0
Care Quality
☆☆☆☆☆
0.0
Inspection Score
Stable
: 0 issues
2023: 0 issues

The Good

  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record

Facility shows strength in fire safety.

The Bad

No Significant Concerns Identified

This facility shows no red flags. Among Tennessee's 100 nursing homes, only 0% achieve this.

The Ugly 0 deficiencies on record

Clean Inspection Record

This facility has zero deficiencies on record - the average nursing home has 7. Only 1% of facilities nationally achieve a completely clean inspection record.

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
  • • 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 deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
Concerns
  • • Grade C (50/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
Bottom line: Mixed indicators with Trust Score of 50/100. Visit in person and ask pointed questions.

About This Facility

What is Jefferson Park At White Pine's CMS Rating?

JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE does not currently have a CMS star rating on record.

How is Jefferson Park At White Pine Staffed?

Detailed staffing data for JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE is not available in the current CMS dataset.

What Have Inspectors Found at Jefferson Park At White Pine?

Based on CMS data, JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE has no deficiency citations on record during the current review period. This is relatively uncommon - most facilities receive at least some citations during routine inspections.

Who Owns and Operates Jefferson Park At White Pine?

JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 30 certified beds and approximately 27 residents (about 90% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in WHITE PINE, Tennessee.

How Does Jefferson Park At White Pine Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?

Comparison data for JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE relative to other Tennessee facilities is limited in the current dataset.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Jefferson Park At White Pine?

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 Jefferson Park At White Pine Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE 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 0-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 Jefferson Park At White Pine Stick Around?

JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE has not reported staff turnover data to CMS. Staff turnover matters because consistent caregivers learn residents' individual needs, medications, and preferences. When staff frequently change, this institutional knowledge is lost. Families should ask the facility directly about their staff retention rates and average employee tenure.

Was Jefferson Park At White Pine Ever Fined?

JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE 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 Jefferson Park At White Pine on Any Federal Watch List?

JEFFERSON PARK AT WHITE PINE 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.