Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

We arrange tours, appointments, and even moving support so you don’t have to
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center caters to the community with a range of rehabilitation and care services on General Meyer Avenue in New Orleans. The facility maintains 108 beds and typically operates at about 70 percent occupancy, with residents staying 197 days on average. Daily nursing support includes 3 hours and 23 minutes of total care per resident, anchored by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing aides on a 24-hour basis.
The facility delivers short-term rehabilitation and outpatient therapy services, making it well-suited for individuals recuperating from hospitalization, surgery, or injury who benefit from skilled nursing oversight along with therapy support. In addition to rehabilitation care, the facility provides respite services and hospice/palliative care options for families navigating end-of-life planning and support. This array of services means the center can handle different care needs in one setting, which many families find convenient when circumstances transform. Daily life is centered on comfort and community connection. Residents savor meals featuring regional home-style cooking, with favorites like meatloaf, fried catfish, and roast beef with gravy, plus fresh salads, soups, and vegetables. A monthly activities calendar brings structured engagement with movies, musical performances, community outings, and seasonal celebrations. The facility is well-appointed with amenities that bolster daily comfort and dignity, including a hair and nail salon, posh and private dining rooms, a sunroom, a covered patio for fresh air, a courtyard, and complimentary wireless internet access throughout. The facility’s neighborhood scores 47 on the walkability scale, indicating that some nearby services are accessible on foot, while most trips could use a vehicle. Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay are accepted, providing families with flexible coverage routes for short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term care.
Overseeing Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center’s operations and compliance is the Department of Health, Health Standards Section.
The facility’s setting fits families who drive to visit or those preferring a quieter residential area over a high-traffic commercial zone. Its offering of short-term rehabilitation and outpatient therapy services makes it suitable for those healing from hospitalization, surgery, or injury, plus those benefitting from skilled nursing oversight and therapy support.
In Louisiana, the Department of Health, Health Standards Section performs unannounced onsite surveys to verify that healthcare providers meet both state licensing and federal safety rules.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | LA Average | vs. LA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
| 20 | 32 | This facility has 38% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Louisiana nursing home (20 vs. LA avg 32).↓ 38% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
| 6.7 | 10.7 | This facility has 37% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Louisiana nursing home (6.7 vs. LA avg 10.7).↓ 37% better |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.2 | 4 | This facility has 45% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Louisiana nursing home (2.2 vs. LA avg 4).↓ 45% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | LA Average | vs. LA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
| 9 | 8 | This facility has 13% more total inspections than a typical Louisiana nursing home (9 vs. LA avg 8).↑ 13% worse |
Louisiana average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Louisiana average 25.7
Louisiana average 3.95
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
10 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations.
Louisiana average: 1.1
Louisiana average: 0.5
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
9,696 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 61 | 0 | 61 | 23,493 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 40 | 0 | 40 | 12,580 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 8 | 8 | 3,030 | 76 | 83% | 7.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 5 | 1 | 6 | 2,968 | 85 | 92% | 9.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 6 | 6 | 2,944 | 66 | 72% | 9.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,225 | 66 | 72% | 8.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1,104 | 65 | 71% | 10.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1,094 | 65 | 71% | 9.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 955 | 91 | 99% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 1 | 3 | 627 | 82 | 89% | 6.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 497 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 495 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 65% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 2 | 1 | 3 | 416 | 39 | 42% | 10.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 75 | 13 | 14% | 5.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 12 | 13% | 4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
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)
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
35% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
35% of new residents, often for short stays.
30% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
12.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from New Orleans's city center to Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
Add your location
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center is located in NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Louisiana.
The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.
| Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | New Orleans (Orleans Parish) | 108
Facility
108
LA AVG
113
Rank
#146 / 262 |
69.5%
Facility
69.5%
LA AVG
71.8%
Rank
#110 / 194 | -3% | 3.39
Facility
3.39
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#145 / 182 | -57% | -18% | $0
Facility
$0
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#79 / 187 | 16
Facility
16
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#42 / 187 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#3 / 187 | - | 125 | - |
47
Facility
47
LA AVG
37
Rank
#116 / 368 | Fbgm, L.l.c. | $13.8M
Facility
$13.8M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#33 / 186 | $6.3M
Facility
$6.3M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#38 / 186 | 46%
Facility
46%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#99 / 186 | 195204 | ||||
| Poydras Home |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | New Orleans (West Riverside) | 96
Facility
96
LA AVG
113
Rank
#179 / 262 | - | - | 3.22
Facility
3.22
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#159 / 182 | +28% | -22% | $0
Facility
$0
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#1 / 187 | 25
Facility
25
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#109 / 187 | 4.2
Facility
4.2
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#114 / 187 | - | 60 | A |
92
Facility
92
LA AVG
37
Rank
#3 / 368 | Margaret Elizabeth Hoffmann | $5.9M
Facility
$5.9M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#164 / 186 | $3.7M
Facility
$3.7M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#142 / 186 | 63.9%
Facility
63.9%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#34 / 186 | 195614 | ||||
| Touro Woldenberg Village |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | New Orleans (Algiers) | 120
Facility
120
LA AVG
113
Rank
#114 / 262 | - | - | 5.45
Facility
5.45
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#4 / 182 | -47% | +31% | $40.2k
Facility
$40.2k
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#121 / 187 | 20
Facility
20
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#67 / 187 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#20 / 187 | 1 | 109 | - |
60
Facility
60
LA AVG
37
Rank
#65 / 368 | Woldenberg Village Inc | $20.3M
Facility
$20.3M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#8 / 186 | $8.7M
Facility
$8.7M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#7 / 186 | 42.9%
Facility
42.9%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#121 / 186 | 195156 | ||||
| St. Margaret’s Family of Care |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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.
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | New Orleans (Mid-City) | 112
Facility
112
LA AVG
113
Rank
#136 / 262 | - | - | 4.17
Facility
4.17
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#58 / 182 | +30% | +1% | $0
Facility
$0
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#1 / 187 | 38
Facility
38
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#154 / 187 | 6.3
Facility
6.3
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#175 / 187 | - | 103 | A+ |
88
Facility
88
LA AVG
37
Rank
#5 / 368 | The St. Margaret's Daughters | $13.3M
Facility
$13.3M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#39 / 186 | $5.2M
Facility
$5.2M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#75 / 186 | 38.8%
Facility
38.8%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#152 / 186 | 195437 | ||||
| Ferncrest Manor |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | New Orleans (New Orleans East Area) | 200
Facility
200
LA AVG
113
Rank
#8 / 262 |
55.2%
Facility
55.2%
LA AVG
71.8%
Rank
#156 / 194 | -23% | 2.44
Facility
2.44
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#180 / 182 | +5% | -41% | $402.9k
Facility
$402.9k
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#183 / 187 | 74
Facility
74
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#185 / 187 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#151 / 187 | 6 | 129 | A+ |
0
Facility
0
LA AVG
37
Rank
#352 / 368 | Lexis Nunez | $12.3M
Facility
$12.3M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#45 / 186 | $6.2M
Facility
$6.2M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#41 / 186 | 50.3%
Facility
50.3%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#75 / 186 | 195214 |
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center is in the Orleans Parish neighborhood of NEW ORLEANS.
The legal owner and operator of Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center is Priority Group Holdings, L.l.c..
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center's occupancy is 70%.
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center is registered as a for-profit in LA.
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center received a 3-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center has 108 beds.
Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area
Nursing Home Data Explorer
Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now
The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It
Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance

Thank you for your interest!
Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.
