Jackson Health Care Facility, Jackson
2616 North College Avenue, Jackson, AL 36545 · 21 mi
3 of 5 CMS overall · Average
- Inspections3/5
- Staffing5/5
- Quality1/5
- 91 beds
- For-profit
Nursing Home in Chatom, AL · CMS Data August 2026
Washington County Nursing Home
How Does Washington County Nursing Home Rate?
Washington County Nursing Home is a 88-bed government-owned nursing home in Chatom, AL. CMS rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall (August 2026), with 5 for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 5 for quality measures. Residents got an average of 4.6 hours of nursing care per resident per day, against a national median of 3.7 hours. Its last standard health inspection, on June 10, 2021, cited 0 health deficiencies.
- CMS overall rating
- 5 of 5
- Nursing per resident per day
- 4.6 hours
- Deficiencies at last inspection
- 0
- Certified beds
- 88
14600 St Stephens Avenue
Chatom, AL 36518
5 of 5 CMS overall · Much above average
From CMS Care Compare, data processed August 1, 2026. A listing is not an endorsement, and no home pays to appear.
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CMS Star Ratings
| Rating | Stars | CMS label |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 of 5 | Much above average |
| Health inspections | 5 of 5 | Much above average |
| Staffing | 5 of 5 | Much above average |
| Quality measures | 5 of 5 | Much above average |
| Quality for long-stay residents | 5 of 5 | Much above average |
CMS compares each home with others in its state for the inspection rating. See how CMS star ratings work.
Staffing and Turnover
| Measure | This home | National median |
|---|---|---|
| Total nursing hours per resident per day | 4.6 hours | 3.7 hours |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.7 hours | 0.6 hours |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.9 hours | 2.2 hours |
| Total nursing hours per resident on weekends | 3.9 hours | 3.3 hours |
| Nursing staff turnover (past year) | 25% | 45% |
| Registered nurse turnover (past year) | 0.0% | 42% |
Hours are reported by the home through CMS's payroll-based staffing data. Turnover is the share of nursing staff who left over the year. Why staffing matters.
Inspections and Penalties
| Last standard health inspection | June 10, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Health deficiencies cited at that inspection | 0 |
| Deficiencies from complaint inspections (same rating cycle) | 0 |
| Fines in the past 3 years | None |
| Payment denials in the past 3 years | 0 |
The full inspection reports, with each deficiency described, are on the home's Medicare Care Compare page. CMS notes that this home's most recent health inspection was more than 2 years ago.
Quality Measures for Long-Stay Residents
The share of residents in long-term care (101 days or more) at Washington County Nursing Home who, according to CMS's resident assessments (2025Q2 to 2026Q1):
| Residents who | This home | National median | Compared |
|---|---|---|---|
| Received an antipsychotic medication | 18% | 13% | Higher than the national median |
| Received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 21% | 18% | Higher than the national median |
| Had a fall with major injury | 3.0% | 2.8% | Higher than the national median |
| Have pressure ulcers | 2.4% | 4.2% | Lower than the national median |
| Lost too much weight | 6.3% | 4.7% | Higher than the national median |
| Were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.0% | At the national median |
| Have depressive symptoms | 1.0% | 3.6% | Lower than the national median |
| Needed more help with daily activities over time | 4.7% | 13% | Lower than the national median |
Lower is better for each measure. Antipsychotic use matters most for residents with dementia: what families should know.
About the Home
| Certified beds | 88 |
|---|---|
| Average residents per day | 76 |
| Ownership | Government - County |
| Legal business name | WASHINGTON COUNTY HEALTHCARE AUTHORITY, INC |
| Certified for | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First certified | January 1975 |
| Location | Inside a hospital |
| Councils | Resident council |
Before you choose, visit at different times of day and ask about openings, costs and Medicaid beds. How to choose a nursing home has CMS's checklist, and Alabama's Alabama Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (334-242-5753) can answer questions about residents' rights. See all nursing homes and senior care in Alabama.
Other Nursing Homes Near Washington County Nursing Home
Measured by straight-line distance. See every home on the Chatom nursing homes page.
Crowne Health Care of Citronelle, Citronelle
19225 North 4th Street, Citronelle, AL 36522 · 25 mi
5 of 5 CMS overall · Much above average
- Inspections5/5
- Staffing4/5
- Quality4/5
- 69 beds
- For-profit
Timberland Health and Wellness Center, Butler
1406 East Pushmataha Street, Butler, AL 36904 · 44 mi
5 of 5 CMS overall · Much above average
- Inspections5/5
- Staffing4/5
- Quality2/5
- 120 beds
- For-profit
Crowne Health Care of Thomasville, Thomasville
1425 Mosley Drive, Thomasville, AL 36784 · 44 mi
5 of 5 CMS overall · Much above average
- Inspections5/5
- Staffing5/5
- Quality3/5
- 80 beds
- For-profit
Pine Haven Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, Eight Mile
4525 St Stephens Road, Eight Mile, AL 36613 · 49 mi
2 of 5 CMS overall · Below average
- Inspections2/5
- Staffing4/5
- Quality4/5
- 172 beds
- For-profit
Crowne Healthcare of North Baldwin, Bay Minette
2010 Medical Center Drive, Bay Minette, AL 36507 · 49 mi
3 of 5 CMS overall · Average
- Inspections2/5
- Staffing5/5
- Quality3/5
- 75 beds
- Nonprofit