Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (59% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 3 years.
Situated near Jefferson County Hospital in Fayette, MS, Jefferson County Nursing Home is a 60-bed nursing home that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community is committed to improving residents’ wellness, providing top-tier care tailored to their complex healthcare needs 24/7. As a participant of Medicare and Medicaid, this nursing home strives to ease residents’ financial burdens.
Prioritizing residents’ holistic wellness, recreational activities and stimulating programs are conducted based on their interests. Well-balanced dining options are also prepared to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents can reach their potential with the community’s comprehensive care and purposely designed amenities.
Jefferson County Nursing Home is legally operated by Lenora F. Brown, and administered by Patricia Perryman.
In Mississippi, the State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure conducts unannounced surveys to monitor facility compliance with health, safety, and resident rights laws.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MS Average | vs. MS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 28 | 45 | This facility has 38% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Mississippi assisted living residence (28 vs. MS avg 45).↓ 38% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 4 | 6.4 | This facility has 38% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Mississippi assisted living residence (4 vs. MS avg 6.4).↓ 38% better |
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on May 2025
State average N/A
State average N/A
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
7 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 9 resulted from complaint investigations.
State average: N/A
State average: N/A
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
1,659 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 0 | 34 | 12,499 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,901 | 92 | 100% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,880 | 91 | 99% | 8.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 516 | 62 | 67% | 8.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 505 | 62 | 67% | 8.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 486 | 60 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 478 | 54 | 59% | 8.8 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 1 | 0 | 1 | 442 | 57 | 62% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 89 | 30 | 33% | 3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 39 | 6 | 7% | 6.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 39 | 28 | 30% | 1.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 26 | 6 | 7% | 4.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 3% | 3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3% | 1.3 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1% | 0.5 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
9% of new residents, often for short stays.
59% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Jefferson County Nursing Home from 2012–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 09/2023.
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (59% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 3 years.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fayette's city center to Jefferson County Nursing Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.
| Jefferson County Nursing Home | NH | Fayette | - | 55 | - | 7 | - |
| Poplar Springs Nursing Center | NH MC | Meridian | - | 89 | - | 0 | Private Rooms |
| Gulfport Care Center | NH HC MC | Gulfport | - | 90 | - | 9 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Woodland Village Nursing Center | NH HC IL MC PC RC | Diamondhead | - | 132 | - | 40 | Private Rooms |
| The Pillars of Biloxi | NH HC NC RC | Biloxi | - | 180 | - | 27 | - |
Jefferson County Nursing Home is legally operated by Lenora F. Brown, and administered by Patricia Perryman.
Jefferson County Nursing Home has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Jefferson County Nursing Home's occupancy is 85%.
Jefferson County Nursing Home is a government-operated nursing facility in MS.
Patricia Perryman is the administrator of Jefferson County Nursing Home.
Jefferson County Nursing Home has 55 beds.
Jefferson County Nursing Home is located at 910 Main Street, Fayette, MS 39069.
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