Brightwater Assisted Living
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Myrtle Beach, SC
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Brightwater Assisted Living

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Myrtle Beach, SC
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Brightwater Assisted Living accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Brightwater Assisted Living

Brightwater Assisted Living is a privately-owned senior living community in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offering assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation. Licensed as a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) with 56 beds, the community is owned by Brightwater Retirement LLC and administered by David Dunn, with management affiliated with the Maxwell Group. Medicare and private-pay arrangements are also accepted. Notably, the community received six national awards, a distinction that places it among the more highly recognized senior living providers in the Grand Strand market.

CMS ratings position the community well above South Carolina averages overall, with particularly strong performance in staffing measures. Moreover, total nursing care hours average five hours per resident per day, exceeding statewide benchmarks and ranking among the stronger staffing levels among skilled nursing communities in the state. Weekend nursing coverage and staff-to-resident ratio also significantly outperform the South Carolina average. Health inspection scores are similarly above statewide benchmarks, reflecting generally favorable regulatory performance.

Since 2022, the community has received 15 health citations, including two categorized as critical in severity. While this exceeds the South Carolina average for critical citations, no serious citations were identified, and all deficiencies have been corrected. Additionally, a civil money penalty was issued in July 2023, substantially below the South Carolina average penalty amount, and no payment denials were reported.

Several long-stay quality indicators compare favorably with state averages, with measures related to declines in daily living activities, urinary tract infection rates, and vaccination coverage performing particularly well. Other measures, including rates of bowel and bladder incontinence, falls with major injury, and pressure ulcers, were also above state averages and can be worthwhile discussion points for families evaluating care needs and clinical oversight.

An indoor heated therapy pool, secured courtyard spaces, wellness classes, concierge services, transportation assistance, a professional salon, pet-friendly accommodations, and a 24-hour emergency response system are among the amenities available. Dining services are made-to-order restaurant-style meals.

Combining elevated staffing levels, rehabilitation-focused amenities, and broad care offerings, Brightwater Assisted Living is well-suited for older adults seeking rehabilitation, assisted living, skilled nursing, or memory care services within a highly staffed and amenity-rich environment in the Myrtle Beach area, particularly families exploring Medicare-supported or private-pay senior care options.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▲ 40.6% Above SC avg. ▲ 40.6% Above SC avg.SC average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 9.4% Above SC avg. ▲ 9.4% Above SC avg.SC average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▲ 72.9% Above SC avg. ▲ 72.9% Above SC avg.SC average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 19.0% Above SC avg. ▲ 19.0% Above SC avg.SC average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info 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.

Hours per resident per day vs South Carolina averages

Rank #9 / 117Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 117 homes we track in South Carolina for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the South Carolina average, with a ranking across 117 South Carolina facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 9th out of 117 homes we track in South Carolina for nurse hours. 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.

5h 28m

37% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
1h 10m
+75% State avg: 40m per day · National avg: 42m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
1h 18m
+20% State avg: 1h 5m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
3h 0m
+28% State avg: 2h 20m per day · National avg: 2h 24m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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.
4h 57m
+40% State avg: 3h 33m per day · National avg: 3h 30m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
8m
+65% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
49m
+101% State avg: 24m per day · National avg: 29m per day

All 6 underlying metrics are above the state average

Capacity and availability

Residents per day (avg)
51
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
36 days
Bed community size
56-bed community Rank #228 / 304Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 228th out of 304 homes we track in South Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Awards

6X National Award Winner

License Details

Facility TypeHL- Community Residential Care Facility
CountyHorry
License NumberCRC-1489
Business TypeLimited Liability

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brightwater Assisted Living is legally operated by Brightwater Retirement LLC, and administered by David Dunn.

Owner NameBrightwater Retirement LLC

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
Salon
Courtyard
Emergency Call System
Transportation
Concierge
Pet Friendly
Specific ProgramsActive Adult, Short-Term Rehab

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CMS Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2022 · 4 years of data
Total health inspections 3

State average 3.9


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations
15 Rank #77 / 119Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 119 homes we track in South Carolina for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the South Carolina State average, with a ranking across all 119 SC facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 13.7

Citations per inspection
5 Rank #99 / 119Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th out of 119 homes we track in South Carolina for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the South Carolina mean across 119 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 3.44


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

14 of 15 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 15 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
2
100% worse than State average

State average: 1


Serious health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.3

2 critical citations State average: 1

0 serious citations State average: 0.3

13 moderate citations State average: 12.3

0 minor citations State average: 0.1
Citations history (last 4 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Apr 30, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 30, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 30, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Apr 30, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 146
Employees 100
Contractors 46
Staff to resident ratio 3.04 : 1
66% more staff per resident than South Carolina average
South Carolina average ratio: 1.84 : 1 South Carolina average ratio: 1.84 : 1See full South Carolina ranking
Avg staff/day 41
Average shift 8.2 hours
0% compared with South Carolina average
South Carolina average: 7.9 hours South Carolina average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full South Carolina ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 30,972

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info 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 Info All 15 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 32 total: 24 full-time employees and 8 contractors. 32
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 50 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 50
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

13.4%

4,155 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 8 Qualified Social Worker: 8 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Feeding Assistant: 6 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Medical Director: 2 Other Physician: 1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant5005014,26892100%9.4
Licensed Practical Nurse248325,90192100%8.5
Registered Nurse150152,9589199%8.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist5051,5996672%8
Speech Language Pathologist0669307986%6.8
Physical Therapy Assistant0557147076%5.6
Other Dietary Services Staff2026827582%6.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0445978087%4.8
Physical Therapy Aide0445957076%5.8
Administrator2025126470%8
Dental Services Staff1014966267%8
Nurse Practitioner1014886166%8
Feeding Assistant0664326470%5.8
Qualified Social Worker0883775863%6
Medical Director0222733942%7
Other Physician011692325%3
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist011591314%4.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant011231112%2.1
50 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
32 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 72%

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 $7K Rank #63 / 120Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 63rd out of 120 homes we track in South Carolina for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the South Carolina average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 120 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
78% lower than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: $34K

Number of fines 1
59% fewer fines than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $7K
South Carolina average $34K

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 6.7
23% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 8.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 15.6
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 15.5

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 6.1%
53% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 13.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 25.1%
48% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 17.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.7%
58% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.2%
34% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.8%
27% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.9%
40% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.8%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.5%
6% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 14.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.9%
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 90.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.3%
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 90.6%

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.9%
9% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 79.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.7%
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 89.9%
15% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 78.0%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

71% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 27 days

Private pay

29% 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 48
Medicare
30
62.5% of residents
Private pay or other
18
37.5% 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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.8M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$14.2M
For-profit Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.8M Rank #77 / 113Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 113 homes we track in South Carolina. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the South Carolina average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$14.2M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$10.0M
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #56 / 113Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 113 homes we track in South Carolina. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the South Carolina average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$6.7M 76.7% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #14 / 113Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 113 homes we track in South Carolina. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the South Carolina average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$16.2M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$22.9M

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (71% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 27 days.

Admissions
478 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 71%
Private pay 29%
Discharges
475 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 63%
Private pay 37%

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Address 201 Brightwater Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579-8298

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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290
Facility 290
SC AVG 90
Rank #2 / 304
95.3%
Facility 95.3%
SC AVG 86.4
Rank #17 / 92
+10%
3.73
Facility 3.73
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #71 / 117
-13%-7%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #1 / 120
6
Facility 6
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #20 / 119
3.0
Facility 3.0
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #54 / 119
-276--Bradley Moorhouse
$28.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $28.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #3 / 113
$17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #4 / 113
62.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 62.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #45 / 113
425052
Nhc Healthcare Clinton
NH
HC
HOS
SNF
Clinton
131
Facility 131
SC AVG 90
Rank #52 / 304
97.0%
Facility 97.0%
SC AVG 86.4
Rank #7 / 92
+12%
3.74
Facility 3.74
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #71 / 117
+20%-7%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #1 / 120
5
Facility 5
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #14 / 119
1.7
Facility 1.7
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 119
-127--Charles Holder
$12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #34 / 113
$8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #28 / 113
64.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #39 / 113
425071
Nhc Healthcare Laurens
NH
HC
HOS
SNF
Ext Laurens
176
Facility 176
SC AVG 90
Rank #10 / 304
91.5%
Facility 91.5%
SC AVG 86.4
Rank #49 / 92
+6%
4.30
Facility 4.30
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #37 / 117
+62%+8%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #1 / 120
7
Facility 7
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #29 / 119
1.8
Facility 1.8
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #13 / 119
2161A+-Rickie Shearer
$13.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #33 / 113
$9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #17 / 113
75.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 75.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #17 / 113
425054
Veterans Victory House
NH
SNF
Walterboro
220
Facility 220
SC AVG 90
Rank #3 / 304
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
SC AVG 86.4
Rank #71 / 92
-3%
4.60
Facility 4.60
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #28 / 117
+23%+15%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #1 / 120
10
Facility 10
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #49 / 119
3.3
Facility 3.3
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #64 / 119
1184--South Carolina Department Of Veterans Affairs
$21.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $21.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #11 / 113
$9.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #18 / 113
44.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 44.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #105 / 113
425386
Brightwater Assisted Living
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Myrtle Beach
56
Facility 56
SC AVG 90
Rank #228 / 304
--
5.46
Facility 5.46
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #9 / 117
+10%+37%
$7.3k
Facility $7.3k
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #63 / 120
15
Facility 15
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #77 / 119
5.0
Facility 5.0
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 119
251--Brightwater Retirement LLC
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #77 / 113
$6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #56 / 113
76.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 76.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #14 / 113
425395

Frequently Asked Questions about Brightwater Assisted Living

Who is the owner of Brightwater Assisted Living?

Brightwater Assisted Living is legally operated by Brightwater Retirement LLC, and administered by David Dunn.

What is the license number of Brightwater Assisted Living?

According to SC state health department records, Brightwater Assisted Living's license number is CRC-1489.

What is the occupancy rate at Brightwater Assisted Living?

Brightwater Assisted Living's occupancy is 70.0%.

Are pets allowed at Brightwater Assisted Living?

Yes, Brightwater Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Brightwater Assisted Living?

The team at Brightwater Assisted Living can be reached at DDUNN@MAXWELL-GROUP.COM.

Does Brightwater Assisted Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Brightwater Assisted Living is registered as a for-profit in SC.

Who is the administrator of Brightwater Assisted Living?

David Dunn is the administrator of Brightwater Assisted Living.

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