Occupancy rate
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In line with Georgia averageMostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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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.
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay
Nursing Home in Georgia
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.
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay
Parkside Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation at Ellijay provides rehabilitation services and skilled care in a comfortable and friendly environment. The facility is dedicated to providing a cozy environment while maintaining the sophisticated skills needed to help residents reach their goals. Parkside Ellijay is committed to ensuring that residents receive personalized quality care.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
100
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
84%
Residents per day (avg)
93
Occupancy rate
84%
Residents per day (avg)
93
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
51% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
45% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
17 days
Medicaid
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$14.3M
Profit
$251.2K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$14,332,125.00
Profit
$251,188.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.0M
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.
$8.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.1M
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
7 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Georgia averageOccupied beds
84 / 100
Average residents
88 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusSnf/nf Dual Cert
IssuanceMarch 18, 2019
CountyGILMER
CMS Certification Number115683
AccreditationsJCAHO Accreditation
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay is administrated by Ms DEBRA DARLENE MULLINS.
Rehabilitation Services
Doctor on Staff
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Pain Management
In-House Medical Specialists
Psychological Staff
Beautician
Barber
Satellite Television Services
Religious Services
Hospice & Palliative Care
Specific ProgramsLong-Term Care, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Gallery, Virtual Tour
Religious ServicesYes
Food DescriptionOur staff of master chefs is in constant consultation with our dietitian to ensure an exquisite menu that also fulfills the dietary needs of all our residents.
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.
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Latest inspection
Date
March 21, 2025
Follow Up93 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Georgia average: 21 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay
The most recent inspection on March 21, 2025, found that all previously cited deficiencies had been corrected. Earlier inspections in January 2025 identified deficiencies related to incomplete care planning, including failure to provide written transfer notices for hospital transfers, inadequate monitoring of antipsychotic medication effectiveness, and missing documentation of oxygen use in care plans, as well as life safety code issues such as malfunctioning doors, emergency lighting failures, and sprinkler system maintenance. Complaint investigations were conducted alongside some surveys, with most complaints found unsubstantiated; no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. Prior complaint investigations in 2024 substantiated deficiencies mainly in dietary services, including food portioning and sanitation, but these issues were corrected by follow-up surveys. The facility’s inspection history shows a pattern of addressing identified deficiencies through timely corrections, with the most recent survey confirming compliance.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Total health citations
20
Georgia average 16.6
Citations per inspection
6.67
Georgia average 4.68
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
14 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; 5 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 20 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
3
3
500% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.5
0 critical citations
3 serious citations
17 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 31, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 31, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 31, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 31, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jan 31, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jan 31, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jan 31, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jan 31, 2025
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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Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay
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.
ELLIJAY
100
83.7%
+7%
3.39
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20
6.7
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Parkside Holding Company Llc
$14.3M
$6.0M
41.9%
115683
Altamaha Healthcare 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.
JESUP
62
86.3%
+10%
2.76
-22%
1
20
5.0
1
54
Mukwindidza, Chido
$6.5M
$2.1M
31.6%
115577
Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
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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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.
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Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
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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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.
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Alzheimer’s Services 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).
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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.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
159
Employees
147
Contractors
12
Staff to resident ratio
1.61:1
11% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average ratio: 1.45:1
Avg staff/day
54
Average shift
8 hours
0% compared with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.3 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
39,549
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
18
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
24
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
73
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
2.6%
1,034 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 3
Registered Nurse: 3
Certified Nursing Assistant: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 71 | 2 | 73 | 18,093 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 3 | 24 | 7,010 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 15 | 3 | 18 | 4,181 | 91 | 100% | 10.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,587 | 70 | 77% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,477 | 77 | 85% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 2 | 7 | 1,419 | 82 | 90% | 7.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,213 | 70 | 77% | 7.1 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 830 | 72 | 79% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 621 | 74 | 81% | 6.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 574 | 70 | 77% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 564 | 64 | 70% | 8.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 479 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 458 | 58 | 64% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 430 | 51 | 56% | 8.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 425 | 59 | 65% | 7.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 1 | 2 | 165 | 75 | 82% | 2.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 2 | 2% | 11.9 |
73 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
18 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
77%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
85%
7 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
90%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
77%
6 Respiratory Therapist
% of Days
79%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
81%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
77%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
64%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
56%
1 Administrator
% of Days
65%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
82%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
2%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
99 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
40 residents (40.4%)
Medicaid
30 residents (30.3%)
Private pay or other
29 residents (29.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.3
29% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 10.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.6
47% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 17.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.5%
46% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
28.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
28.5%
47% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.7%
48% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.4%
56% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.6%
75% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.5%
40% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.3%
71% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.8%
45% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
1.5%
92% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.9%
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.5%
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 95.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.5%
15% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 80.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.6%
71% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
80.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
80.4%
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 78.2%
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
$16K
61% lower than Georgia averageGeorgia average: $40K
Number of fines
3
46% more fines than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.1
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 Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$16K
Georgia average
$40K
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.
Apr 30, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 30, 2023
$5K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 30, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 30, 2023
$5K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 30, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 30, 2023
$5K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
83.7%
↓ 8.1pp vs 2023
Net Income
$251,188
↑ ~$8K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$6,756,066
↓ ~$26K vs 2023
Profit Margin
1.8%
↑ 0.0pp vs 2023
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