Total health inspections
3
North Carolina average 4
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
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.
St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC
Independent Living & Nursing Home · Southern Pines, NC
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC
Independent Living & Nursing Home · Southern Pines, NC
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC accepts Medicare and private pay.
St. Joseph of the Pines by the Trinity Health community delivers quality service thoughtfully designed to offer both convenience and comfort in one setting. The continuing care retirement home specializes in independent living assisted living, and nursing care services. Reflected on their recognition by the U.S. News and World Report as the Best Nursing Homes for short-term rehabilitation, one can understand the home’s value. St. Joseph of the Pines continuously improves the lives of its residents by creating a cozy environment where an abundance of opportunities is available.
The lifestyle at St. Joseph’s practices a personalized care approach anchored by the trusted bond between residents and staff; personal care services include ADLs, 24-hour care and nursing, medication administration, engaging programs, and on-site therapy services– speech, physical, and occupational.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 27th out of 90 homes in North Carolina. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 27th out of 90 homes in North Carolina. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 30m per day
Rank #27 / 90Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 27th out of 90 homes in North Carolina. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the North Carolina average, with a ranking across 90 North Carolina SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs North Carolina avg
-8%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 58m per day |
Types of Care at St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC
Independent Living
Nursing Home
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
40.2%
Rank #215 / 264Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 215th out of 264 homes in North Carolina. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 264. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
52 days
Occupancy rate
40.2%
Rank #215 / 264Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 215th out of 264 homes in North Carolina. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 264. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
52 days
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #526 / 572Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 526th out of 572 homes in North Carolina. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across North Carolina SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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CMS Certification Number345044
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Phyllis Jones, Owner
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
7
Rank #23 / 95Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 95 homes in North Carolina. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the North Carolina State average, with a ranking across all 95 NC SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
North Carolina average 20.9
Citations per inspection
2.33
Rank #24 / 95Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 95 homes in North Carolina. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the North Carolina mean across 95 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
North Carolina average 4.99
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
5 of 7 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 7 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 1.3
Serious Health citations
0
100% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 0.9
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Jul 31, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning minor citation
Jul 31, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jul 11, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation
Jul 11, 2024
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
109
Employees
86
Contractors
23
Staff to resident ratio
1.68:1
7% worse than North Carolina average
Avg staff/day
43
Average shift
8.3 hours
0% compared with North Carolina average
Total staff hours (quarter)
32,730
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
9
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
24
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
43
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
13.4%
4,393 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 7
Licensed Practical Nurse: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Registered Nurse: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 43 | 0 | 43 | 13,924 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 3 | 24 | 6,819 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,248 | 68 | 74% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 1 | 9 | 2,169 | 87 | 95% | 10.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,807 | 74 | 80% | 5.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,339 | 86 | 93% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 901 | 63 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 618 | 65 | 71% | 5.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 543 | 63 | 68% | 6.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 509 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 61% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 378 | 84 | 91% | 3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 376 | 63 | 68% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 177 | 22 | 24% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 52 | 45 | 49% | 1.2 |
43 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
74%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days
95%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
80%
4 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
93%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
68%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
61%
1 Administrator
% of Days
58%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
91%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
24%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
49%
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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.
6.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.3
45% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 11.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.1
17% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 20.6
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
10.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.0%
43% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 17.5%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.2%
13% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.2%
12% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.0%
52% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.3%
51% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 2.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.9%
21% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 7.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
8.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
8.3%
38% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 13.4%
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%
9% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 91.6%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 94.1%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
24% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 79.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.1%
91% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.7%
26% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 78.1%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
28 days
Private pay
51% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
65
Medicare
25
38.5% of residents
Medicaid
15
23.1% of residents
Private pay or other
25
38.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
40.2%
↑ 5.3pp vs 2023
Net Income
$1.3M
↑ ~$1.7M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$15.3M
↑ ~$1.0M vs 2023
Profit Margin
8.7%
↑ 11.7pp vs 2023
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$41.2M
Surplus of revenue
$1.3M
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$41.2M Rank #9 / 97Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 97 homes in North Carolina. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the North Carolina SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$1.3M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #13 / 97Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 97 homes in North Carolina. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the North Carolina average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$15.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #13 / 97Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 97 homes in North Carolina. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the North Carolina average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$24.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$39.9M
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC
St Joseph Of The Pines A Ccrc 3 2
St Joseph Of The Pines A 1
St Joseph Of The Pines A Ccrc 4
St Joseph Of The Pines A Ccrc 5
St Joseph Of The Pines A Ccrc 4 2
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37.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Southern Pines's city center to St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.41 miles to nearest hospital (Spectrum Eye Center)
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Independent Living in North Carolina
St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC is located in Southern Pines, North Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Carolina.
Frequently Asked Questions about St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC
Is St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC in a walkable area?
St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the phone number of St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC?
(910) 246-1023 will put you in contact with the team at St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC.
Is St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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