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DAWSON HEALTH AND REHABILITATION

1159 GEORGIA AVE. S.E., DAWSON, GA 39842
Score: 13 / 100
⚠️ SFF Candidate

With a score of 13/100, Dawson Health And Rehabilitation ranks in the bottom tier of Georgia nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

With 3.36 total nurse hours per resident per day, Dawson Health And Rehabilitation falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent CMS inspections identified 19 deficiencies at Dawson Health And Rehabilitation, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 3 / 15 pts
1 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.36 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.54 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.62 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.20 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.98 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.29 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

19
Total Deficiencies
Feb 5, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 16 Moderate 🔴 3 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0600 Severity L
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Feb 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0700 Severity L
    Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these
    Feb 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0835 Severity L
    Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
    Feb 5, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0554 Severity D
    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    Feb 5, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0578 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and
    Feb 5, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 12.0% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 4.5% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 30.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 3.0% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 20.8% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 3.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 9.3% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $121,401

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 13 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Other
Certified Beds
60
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12