Total health inspections
3
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Sep 2022
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Life Care Center of Rhea County
Assisted Living Home
Life Care Center of Rhea County
Assisted Living Home
Life Care Center of Rhea County is located in Dayton, TN. It offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living services. The facility provides a supportive environment with various amenities for residents.
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.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
89
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
78.5%
Residents per day (avg)
70
Occupancy rate
78.5%
Residents per day (avg)
70
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
21 days
Private pay
53% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 months
Medicaid
14% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$12.3M
Operating loss
-$841.9K
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$12,325,265.00
Operating loss
$-841,900.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.7M
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.
$8.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.2M
89-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
33 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
About this community
License Status
LicensedFacility Type
Nursing Home
License Date
July 1, 1992
Additional licensing details
License number:
00000209
CMS Certification Number:
445494
Ownership & operating entity
Life Care Center of Rhea County is administrated by Kate A. Swafford.
Owner name:
Dayton Medical Investors, LLC
Safety & Compliance
Safety Features:
24-hour security and fire safety systems.
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
All Levels of Care
Additional Policies & Features
Pets Allowed
Housekeeping:
Yes
Linen Service:
Yes
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Activities
Daily activity schedule available.
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Assisted Living
Religious Services
Yes
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Fine dining program available.
Inspection History
In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.
Latest inspection
Date:September 21, 2022
0 enforcement actions
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.
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The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.
Life Care Center of Rhea County
+14%
-12%
+8%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
TN 37321
89
No
-
SWAFFORD, KATE A
78.5%
$11,955,934.00
$4,679,124.00
39.1%
70.20
3.2065
13
+14%-12%+8%-
Job Haines Home
-21%
+63%
-41%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
HC
Home Care
HC
Hospice Care
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Bloomfield
40
No
85
HAVERON, NOREEN
45.5%
$13,340,016.00
$10,214,151.00
76.6%
36.90
6.3081
4
-21%+63%-41%Studio / 1 Bed / Private / Semi-Private Rooms
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16
No
27
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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12
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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10
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-
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Life Care Center of Rhea County
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
TN 37321
Bed Count:
89
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SWAFFORD, KATE A
CCN:
445494
Occupancy:
78.5%
Home Revenue:
$11,955,934.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,679,124.00
Payroll %:
39.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
70.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2065
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
13
RN share vs State Avg:
+14%
+14%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-12%
-12%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+8%
+8%
Job Haines Home
Type of care:
AL
HC
HC
SNF
Community:
Bloomfield
Bed Count:
40
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
HAVERON, NOREEN
CCN:
315392
Occupancy:
45.5%
Home Revenue:
$13,340,016.00
Payroll Costs:
$10,214,151.00
Payroll %:
76.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
36.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
6.3081
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+63%
+63%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-41%
-41%
Bed Options:
Studio / 1 Bed / Private / Semi-Private Rooms
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
111
Total Staff
102
Employees
9
Contractors
28,043
Total Hours (Quarter)
36
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 7.8 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 9.2 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 9.6 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
69 staff
9.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
28 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.9%
of total hours from contractors
243 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 3
Other Physician: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 5
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 0 | 34 | 12,963 | 91 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5,270 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,651 | 89 | 98% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,218 | 75 | 82% | 6.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 756 | 63 | 69% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 682 | 66 | 73% | 6.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 646 | 58 | 64% | 6.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 538 | 86 | 95% | 5.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 523 | 69 | 76% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 502 | 57 | 63% | 6.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 457 | 58 | 64% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 447 | 59 | 65% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 430 | 64 | 70% | 6.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 417 | 57 | 63% | 7.3 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 407 | 54 | 59% | 7.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 334 | 48 | 53% | 7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 174 | 29 | 32% | 5.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 45 | 9 | 10% | 5 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 6 | 0 | 6 | 41 | 1 | 1% | 6.8 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 2 | 2% | 11.5 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
13
Citations per inspection
4.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 13 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
In line with State averageState average: N/A
Serious Health citations
0
0
In line with State averageState average: N/A
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
13 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Sep 21, 2022
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Sep 21, 2022
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Sep 21, 2022
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Sep 21, 2022
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
73
Total Residents
Medicare
18
(24.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
24
(32.9%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
31
(42.5%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.0
42% better than State averageState average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
10.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
10.4
47% better than State averageState average: 19.5
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.3%
60% better than State averageState average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
4.1%
81% better than State averageState average: 21.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.8%
In line with State averageState average: 20.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.4%
20% worse than State averageState average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.0%
8% better than State averageState average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than State averageState average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.4%
65% worse than State averageState average: 6.3%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
16.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
16.1%
46% worse than State averageState average: 11.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.9%
75% worse than State averageState average: 16.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
11% better than State averageState average: 89.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
In line with State averageState average: 94.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.8%
25% better than State averageState average: 79.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.2%
86% better than State averageState average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
22% better than State averageState average: 79.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Rhea County based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
78.5%
↓ 4.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$841,900
↑ ~$349K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,628,792
↑ ~$234K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-7.0%
↑ 3.1pp vs 2022
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