Occupancy rate
65%
In line with Mississippi averageMostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center
Nursing Home in Mississippi
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center
Nursing Home in Mississippi
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center is a nursing center located in D'Iberville, Mississippi. It provides skilled nursing and long-term care tailored to the needs of residents. The center emphasizes a compassionate and welcoming environment for both residents and families.
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 53rd out of 108 homes in Mississippi.
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 53rd out of 108 homes in Mississippi.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 19m per day
vs Mississippi avg
+0%
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
99
Avg. Length of Stay
656 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
3 months
Private pay
9% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
4 years
Medicaid
69% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 - 3 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$9.4M
Profit
$1.4M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$9.4M
Profit
$1.4M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.3M
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.
$4.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.0M
99-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Mississippi averageOccupied beds
65 / 99
Average residents
74 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home Facilities
CountyStone
CMS Certification Number255233
AccreditationsFour-Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center is administrated by Michele Hatten.
Owner NameAvonna Cain
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing Care, Rehabilitation Services
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.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
4
Mississippi average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
Total health citations
13
Mississippi average 16.9
Citations per inspection
3.25
Mississippi average 3.83
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
5
5
400% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1
Serious Health citations
1
1
9% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1.1
5 critical citations
1 serious citation
6 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 06, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Mar 06, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Mar 06, 2025
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Mar 06, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 06, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 06, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 22, 2023
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 22, 2023
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.
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
90
Employees
67
Contractors
23
Staff to resident ratio
1.43:1
16% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average ratio: 1.69:1
Avg staff/day
36
Average shift
7.5 hours
6% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
24,653
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
7
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
18
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
53
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
2.3%
575 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 20
Medical Director: 1
Feeding Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 33 | 20 | 53 | 11,613 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 6,210 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,999 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,653 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 505 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 503 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 490 | 60 | 66% | 8.2 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 51 | 17 | 19% | 3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 37 | 6 | 7% | 6.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 12 | 13% | 3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 3 | 3% | 12 |
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
69%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
66%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
19%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
7%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
13%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
63
Medicare
2
3.2% of residents
Medicaid
60
95.2% of residents
Private pay or other
1
1.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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.
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.
14.6
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.6
17% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 12.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.6
19% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 22.3
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
29.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
29.5%
39% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
29.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
29.7%
21% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 24.5%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.7%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.8%
45% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.7%
34% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 7.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
8.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
8.9%
239% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.2%
16% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 6.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
21% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.6%
12% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.5%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 95.9%
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%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 97.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.4%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 87.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.5%
39% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
81.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
81.0%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 84.6%
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 Azalea Gardens Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
65.4%
↓ 3.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1.4M
↑ ~$111.0K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4.3M
↑ ~$187.5K vs 2022
Profit Margin
16.7%
↑ 1.8pp vs 2022
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