Total Health inspections
4
9% below Mississippi average
Mississippi average:
4.4
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
The Myrtles Nursing Center
The Myrtles Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
The Myrtles Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
The Myrtles Nursing Center
The Myrtles Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
The Myrtles Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
The Myrtles Nursing Center is a health care community offering individuals a place to recover, rehabilitate and/or reside, depending on their specific needs. For individuals who need short-term care after a surgery or hospital stay, skilled nursing services are provided to help speed recovery. The facility also offers long-term care in a homelike environment with plenty of activities to nurture the body, mind, and spirit.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
98
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
75%
Residents per day (avg)
84
Occupancy rate
75%
Residents per day (avg)
84
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Private pay
29% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
11 days
Medicaid
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 - 5 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$7.5M
Profit
$394.6K
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$7,516,216.00
Profit
$394,567.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$7.1M
98-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Facility Type
Nursing Home Facilities
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
255272
County:
Marion
Ownership & operating entity
The Myrtles Nursing Center is administrated by Kourtney Martin.
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Wound Care, Long-term Care, Memory Care, Hospice Care, Rehabilitation, Short-term Rehabilitation, Activities, Admissions, Insurance & Payment
Religious Services
Yes
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Compare Nursing Homes around Mississippi
The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.
Brandon Court
-26%
-11%
-28%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39042
106
No
DAWSON, JAQUISA
59.5%
$7,423,050.00
$3,907,945.00
52.6%
74.60
4.1015
-
15
-
-26%-11%-28%
Billdora Senior Care
-26%
+11%
-6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39667
60
No
-
77.1%
$5,865,053.00
$2,501,696.00
42.7%
49.00
5.1364
1
9
1
-26%+11%-6%
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center
-16%
-7%
-21%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39577
99
No
CAIN, AVONNA
65.4%
$8,189,414.00
$3,300,784.00
40.3%
60.70
4.3224
-
13
6
-16%-7%-21%
The Myrtles Nursing Center
-39%
-7%
-9%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39429
98
No
WHITTINGTON, DONNA
75.0%
$7,437,438.00
$3,379,999.00
45.4%
84.20
4.3200
1
17
-
-39%-7%-9%
Attala County Nursing Center
-7%
-13%
-8%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39090
120
No
HOOD, AMY
75.9%
$8,711,530.00
$4,255,205.00
48.8%
99.60
4.0292
-
18
2
-7%-13%-8%
Brandon Court
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39042
Bed Count:
106
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
DAWSON, JAQUISA
CCN:
255266
Occupancy:
59.5%
Home Revenue:
$7,423,050.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,907,945.00
Payroll %:
52.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
74.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1015
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
15
RN share vs State Avg:
-26%
-26%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-11%
-11%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-28%
-28%
Billdora Senior Care
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39667
Bed Count:
60
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
255243
Occupancy:
77.1%
Home Revenue:
$5,865,053.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,501,696.00
Payroll %:
42.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
49.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.1364
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
9
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-26%
-26%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-6%
-6%
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39577
Bed Count:
99
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
CAIN, AVONNA
CCN:
255233
Occupancy:
65.4%
Home Revenue:
$8,189,414.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,300,784.00
Payroll %:
40.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
60.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.3224
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
13
Severe Citations:
6
RN share vs State Avg:
-16%
-16%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
The Myrtles Nursing Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39429
Bed Count:
98
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
WHITTINGTON, DONNA
CCN:
255272
Occupancy:
75.0%
Home Revenue:
$7,437,438.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,379,999.00
Payroll %:
45.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
84.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.3200
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
17
RN share vs State Avg:
-39%
-39%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-9%
-9%
Attala County Nursing Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39090
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
HOOD, AMY
CCN:
255191
Occupancy:
75.9%
Home Revenue:
$8,711,530.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,255,205.00
Payroll %:
48.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
99.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.0292
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
18
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-13%
-13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-8%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
192
Total Staff
119
Employees
73
Contractors
30,844
Total Hours (Quarter)
44
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 7.3 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 27 | 8.1 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 95 | 8 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
167 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
15 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
19.3%
of total hours from contractors
5,945 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Aide: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 4
Licensed Practical Nurse: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Certified Nursing Assistant: 30
RN Director of Nursing: 18
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 65 | 30 | 95 | 16,643 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 3 | 27 | 6,431 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,551 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 18 | 19 | 950 | 79 | 87% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 928 | 66 | 73% | 7.1 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 15 | 0 | 15 | 860 | 27 | 30% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 551 | 67 | 74% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 544 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 452 | 66 | 73% | 6.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 446 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 250 | 61 | 67% | 4.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 113 | 14 | 15% | 8.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 88 | 38 | 42% | 2.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 38 | 6 | 7% | 6.4 |
Health Inspection History
Total Health citations
17
Near Mississippi average
Mississippi average:
16.9
4.25 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations origin
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
Standard inspections
16 citations
Complaint investigations
1 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations
0
100% below Mississippi average
Mississippi average:
1.0
Serious Health citations
0
100% below Mississippi average
Mississippi average:
1.1
Moderate Health citations
16
Minor Health citations
1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Oct 03, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Oct 03, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Oct 03, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Oct 03, 2024
Corrected
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Individual
Part of: Pathway Management
Resident Census by Payment Source
93
Total Residents
Medicare
19
(20.4%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
62
(66.7%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
12
(12.9%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
15.1
22% worse than Mississippi average
Mississippi average:
12.4
Functional decline score
28.7
29% worse than Mississippi average
Mississippi average:
22.3
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
30.1%
42% above Mississippi average.
Walking Ability Worsened
26.1%
7% above Mississippi average.
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
29.9%
40% above Mississippi average.
Safety & clinical stability
Falls with Major Injury
3.6%
14% above Mississippi average.
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.6%
22% below Mississippi average.
Urinary Tract Infection
4.5%
72% above Mississippi average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing
Depressive Symptoms
0.7%
56% below Mississippi average.
Antipsychotic Use
19.0%
10% below Mississippi average.
Preventive care
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.3%
1% above Mississippi average.
Influenza Vaccine
96.7%
0% below Mississippi average.
Nutrition & physical health
Lost Too Much Weight
10.2%
63% above Mississippi average.Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
95.5%
9% better than Mississippi average
Antipsychotic medication increase
0.0%
100% better than Mississippi average
Influenza Vaccine
83.9%
Near Mississippi average
Penalties and fines
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$10K
This home paid 75% less in fines than the state average.
Mississippi average:
$39K
Number of Fines
1
This home received 50% fewer fines than the state average.
Mississippi average:
2.0
Payment Denials
0
This home had 100% fewer payment denials than the state average.
Mississippi average:
0.2
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Feb 9, 2023
$10K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Myrtles Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
75.0%
↑ 3.2pp vs 2022
Net Income
$394,567
↓ ~$479K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,019,702
↑ ~$205K vs 2022
Profit Margin
5.3%
↓ 7.2pp vs 2022
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