Occupancy rate
90%
Higher than the Mississippi average: 82.3%James T Champion Nursing Facility
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Meridian, MS
James T Champion Nursing Facility
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Meridian, MS
James T Champion Nursing Facility accepts Medicaid.
Situated in the heart of Meridian, Mississippi, the James T Champion Nursing Facility stands as a trusted senior living provider, affiliated with the esteemed East MS State Hospital. With the capacity to accommodate up to 106 residents, it serves as a reliable option for individuals seeking long-term care, skilled nursing, and comprehensive support.
This facility’s affiliation with Medicaid ensures accessibility to essential services, making it a practical choice for those in need of specialized and compassionate care. The facility’s strong connection to East MS State Hospital underscores the high standard of service residents can expect, highlighting their commitment to ensuring the well-being and comfort of every individual under their care.
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.
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
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 33m per day | ▲ 145% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
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.
| 19m per day | ▼ 71% State avg: 1h 5m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
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.
| 2h 51m per day | ▲ 15% State avg: 2h 29m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
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 53m per day | ▲ 10% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
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.
| 1h 3m per day | ▲ 186% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
70-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 6 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Mississippi average: 82.3%Occupied beds
63 / 70
Average residents per home in Mississippi
74 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home Facility
CountyLauderdale
James T Champion Nursing Facility is legally operated by Diana S. Mikula, and administrated by Judd Nance.
Does not offer Alzheimer's Care
Types of Care at James T Champion Nursing Facility
Skilled Nursing
Inspection History
In Mississippi, the State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure conducts unannounced surveys to monitor facility compliance with health, safety, and resident rights laws.
Since 2019 · 7 years of data
24 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Mississippi state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2019 vs. Mississippi state average
Overall vs. MS average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Mississippi average:
• Total deficiencies (47% below)
• Deficiencies per year (47% below)
• Total deficiencies (47% below)
• Deficiencies per year (47% below)
Latest Inspection
June 16, 2025
Annual Inspection
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | MS Average | vs. MS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 24 | 45 | This facility has 47% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Mississippi nursing home (24 vs. MS avg 45).↓ 47% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2019.
| 3.4 | 6.4 | This facility has 47% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Mississippi nursing home (3.4 vs. MS avg 6.4).↓ 47% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on June 16, 2025, found the facility in compliance with all applicable standards and no deficiencies were cited. Earlier inspections showed some deficiencies related to resident privacy, bedrail use, and maintenance, as well as a prior complaint investigation that found no issues with dietary services. A substantiated complaint investigation in January 2025 identified a failure to ensure a resident’s right to be treated with respect and dignity when a staff member refused requested assistance. Prior to that, the facility had a history of deficiencies involving infection control, care planning, medication storage, and a serious incident in 2019 involving neglect that resulted in a resident’s death and immediate jeopardy findings. The recent clean inspection suggests improvement following corrective actions and monitoring.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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James T Champion Nursing Facility is located in Meridian, Mississippi.
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3.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Meridian's city center to James T Champion Nursing Facility's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.48 miles to nearest hospital (Mnzava Medical Clinic)
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Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.76
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.76
13% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.44
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.44
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.44
15% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.88
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Compare Nursing Home around Meridian
The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.
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MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Meridian | 60 | 90.7% | +10% | 6.35 | +30% | +37% | 0 | 8 | 2.7 | - | 56 | 13 | - | $9.8M | $2.9M | 29.9% | 255340 | ||||
| Diversicare of Meridian |
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).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Meridian | 120 | 77.5% | -6% | 3.75 | +72% | -19% | 1 | 19 | 3.8 | 1 | 95 | 42 | William Trevvett | $12.5M | $3.9M | 31.4% | 255118 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about James T Champion Nursing Facility
Who is the owner of James T Champion Nursing Facility?
The legal owner and operator of James T Champion Nursing Facility is Diana S. Mikula.
Is James T Champion Nursing Facility in a walkable area?
James T Champion Nursing Facility has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the occupancy rate at James T Champion Nursing Facility?
James T Champion Nursing Facility's occupancy is 90%.
Who is the administrator of James T Champion Nursing Facility?
Judd Nance is the administrator of James T Champion Nursing Facility.
How many beds does James T Champion Nursing Facility have?
James T Champion Nursing Facility has 70 beds.
What is the phone number of James T Champion Nursing Facility?
(601) 581-8450 will put you in contact with the team at James T Champion Nursing Facility.
What county is James T Champion Nursing Facility located in?
James T Champion Nursing Facility is in Lauderdale County.
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