Northridge Health and Rehabilitation

Nursing Home in Georgia

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Northridge Health and Rehabilitation

Nursing Home in Georgia

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.

Overview of Northridge Health and Rehabilitation

Northridge Health and Rehabilitation is a healthcare facility located in Commerce, GA. It offers various services including rehabilitation and nursing care. The center is currently hiring for multiple positions.
(706) 335-1330

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.
4/5 ▲ 1.4 Georgia average: 2.6/5
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.
4/5 ▲ 1.3 Georgia average: 2.7/5
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.
2/5 ▼ 0.3 Georgia average: 2.3/5
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.
3/5 ■ Avg Georgia average: 3.0/5

Staffing hours breakdown

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 — compared to Georgia state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 40th out of 180 homes in Georgia.

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.
3h 58m per day
Rank #40 / 180Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 40th out of 180 homes in Georgia.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Georgia average, with a ranking across 180 Georgia SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Georgia avg (3h 37m per day)
vs Georgia avg
+9%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) 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. 2h 52m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
254 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

75% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$9.1M
Operating deficit
-$610.4K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$9.1M Rank #113 / 175Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 113th out of 175 homes in Georgia.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Georgia SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating deficit
-$610.4K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #102 / 175Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 102nd out of 175 homes in Georgia.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Georgia average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$4.0M
43.6% of revenue Rank #62 / 175Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 175 homes in Georgia.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Georgia average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.7M
Total costs $9.7M
Bed community size
167-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
49 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
50%
Rank #138 / 175Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 138th out of 175 homes in Georgia.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Georgia average, with its statewide rank out of 175. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Lower than the Georgia average: 78.1%
Occupied beds
84 / 167
Average residents 88 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusSnf/nf Dual Cert
IssuanceDecember 1, 1976
CountyJackson
CMS Certification Number115714

Ownership & Operating Entity

Northridge Health and Rehabilitation is administrated by Mr JERRY WISE.

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Inspection History

In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.

35 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Georgia average: 15 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date May 6, 2025
Abbreviated Survey

44 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Georgia average: 21 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Northridge Health and Rehabilitation

The most recent inspection on May 6, 2025 found no deficiencies related to the investigated complaints, which were unsubstantiated. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving resident care, such as inadequate Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assistance including nail care, and environmental issues like maintenance of bathroom exhaust fans and air conditioning units. Life Safety Code surveys from prior years cited fire safety and smoke barrier maintenance issues, though these were addressed in subsequent revisits. Complaint investigations have frequently been unsubstantiated, with some substantiated complaints not resulting in regulatory violations. The facility appears to have corrected previously cited deficiencies over time, indicating improvement in compliance with care and safety standards.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Georgia average 3.4


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations
17 Rank #109 / 181Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 109th out of 181 homes in Georgia.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Georgia state average, with a ranking across all 181 GA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Georgia average 16.6

Citations per inspection
5.67

Georgia average 4.68


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

14 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 17 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Georgia average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info Georgia average: 0.5

17 moderate citations More info Georgia average: 15.2

0 minor citations More info Georgia average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jul 23, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jul 23, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Jul 23, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Feb 29, 2024
Corrected

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
GA

~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 110
Employees 102
Contractors 8
Staff to resident ratio 1.33:1
9% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average ratio: 1.45:1

Avg staff/day 36
Average shift 8.8 hours
6% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.3 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 28,695
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 8
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 45
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.7%

213 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 3 Registered Nurse: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4504513,72491100%9.3
Medication Aide/Technician210215,08291100%9
Licensed Practical Nurse93123,17991100%9.3
Registered Nurse6281,95591100%10.9
RN Director of Nursing1016438492%7.7
Dietitian1016227481%8.4
Mental Health Service Worker1015286976%7.7
Nurse Practitioner2025206571%8
Other Dietary Services Staff4045086571%6.6
Administrator1014886167%8
Physical Therapy Aide2024745965%6.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist1013473741%9.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician2023336571%5.1
Qualified Social Worker202703741%1.9
Physical Therapy Assistant303572224%2.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0115378%7.6
Occupational Therapy Aide011532224%2.4
Speech Language Pathologist101331213%2.8
Medical Director0112433%8
45 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
21 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
12 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 92%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 81%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 76%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 67%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 65%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 41%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 71%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 41%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 24%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 8%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 24%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 13%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 83
Medicare
2
2.4% of residents
Medicaid
78
94% of residents
Private pay or other
3
3.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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. 7.4
28% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 10.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 15.2
13% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.2%
34% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 14.5%
25% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 19.8%
23% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.2%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.8%
72% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.9%
55% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.3%
5% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.2%
87% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.4%
27% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
9% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.0%
23% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
28% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 78.2%

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