Occupancy rate
61%
In line with South Carolina averageMostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Kempton of Charleston
Nursing Home in Charleston
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.
Kempton of Charleston
Nursing Home in Charleston
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.
Kempton of Charleston is a retirement community in Charleston offering personalized support in an active adult community that combines elegance with downtown accessibility. It provides a full range of services, including Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. Residents enjoy a lifestyle designed to inspire with various activities and events.
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 28th out of 105 homes in South 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 28th out of 105 homes in South 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 26m per day
vs South Carolina avg
+9%
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
89
Avg. Length of Stay
19 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
64% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
19 days
Private pay
36% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.7M
Operating loss
-$3.9M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.7M
Operating loss
-$3.9M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.3M
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.
$7.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.6M
89-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with South Carolina averageOccupied beds
54 / 89
Average residents
90 per day
Facility TypeCommunity Residential Care Facilities
StatusActive
License NumberCRC-2222
CMS Certification Number425418
Kempton of Charleston is administrated by Carr, Joe.
Owner NameSPRING STREET SENIOR HOUSING OPCO LLC
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Email
[email protected]
Distinctive Dining
Amenities And Services
Life Enrichment
Outdoor Spaces
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
2
South Carolina average 3.9
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Total health citations
4
South Carolina average 13.7
Citations per inspection
2
South Carolina average 3.44
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 4 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 0.3
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
4 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 06, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 06, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Feb 29, 2024
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Feb 29, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Feb 29, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Feb 29, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Feb 29, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Feb 29, 2024
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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| Kempton of Charleston |
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
72
Employees
43
Contractors
29
Staff to resident ratio
3.27:1
82% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average ratio: 1.80:1
Avg staff/day
17
Average shift
7.7 hours
0% compared with South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
11,862
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
4
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
10
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
27
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
23.7%
2,816 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 7
Physical Therapy Aide: 7
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5
Qualified Social Worker: 4
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 27 | 0 | 27 | 4,717 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,950 | 90 | 99% | 11.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,523 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,113 | 74 | 81% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 7 | 7 | 645 | 69 | 76% | 5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 381 | 49 | 54% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 352 | 72 | 79% | 3.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 346 | 69 | 76% | 3.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 345 | 72 | 79% | 3.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 4 | 4% | 4.1 |
27 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
10 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
99%
4 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
81%
7 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
76%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
54%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
79%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
76%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
79%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
4%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
22
Medicare
17
77.3% of residents
Private pay or other
5
22.7% 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.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
25% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 79.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
32.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
32.0%
59% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 78.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
$18K
45% lower than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: $34K
Number of fines
6
146% more fines than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 2.4
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
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 averageSouth Carolina average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$18K
South Carolina average
$34K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 29, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 29, 2024
$6K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 30, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 30, 2023
$3K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 23, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 23, 2023
$3K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 17, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 17, 2023
$2K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Kempton of Charleston based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
60.5%
Net Income
-$3.9M
Total Payroll
$4.8M
Profit Margin
-51.2%
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