Total staff
149
Employees
121
Contractors
28
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
River Landing At Sandy Ridge
Nursing Home & Independent Living · North Carolina, NC
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
River Landing At Sandy Ridge
Nursing Home & Independent Living · North Carolina, NC
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
River Landing At Sandy Ridge accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
River Landing at Sandy Ridge in Guilford County, Colfax, NC is a lively senior living community that offers a comfortable oasis for continuing care. The community offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, to ensure residents’ care needs are provided even as it evolves. Choose from eleven floor plans, ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedrooms, complete with walk-in closets, tile flooring, laundry closets, and modern appliances for a comfortable living space.
At River Landing at Sandy Ridge, residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with weekly housekeeping, bed linen service, and maintenance and repair services provided. Residents can freely pursue their passions, discover new interests or explore the joys of retirement. The community also offers a personalized program that focuses on residents’ whole person and provides opportunities that benefit their health and the community environment.
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 8th out of 90 homes in North 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 8th out of 90 homes in North 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.
6h 31m per day
Rank #8 / 90Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 90 homes in North Carolina. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the North Carolina average, with a ranking across 90 North Carolina SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs North Carolina avg
+64%
Standout metric
Physical Therapist is +140% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | 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.
| 55m per day | ▲ 57% State avg: 35m 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.
| 1h 11m per day | ▲ 37% State avg: 52m 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.
| 3h 31m per day | ▲ 51% State avg: 2h 20m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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.
| 5h 2m per day | ▲ 51% State avg: 3h 20m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 12m per day | ▲ 140% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
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.
| 30m per day | ▲ 30% State avg: 23m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Types of Care at River Landing At Sandy Ridge
Independent Living
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy rate
82.9%
Rank #85 / 264Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 85th out of 264 homes in North Carolina. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 264. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
74 days
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #476 / 572Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 476th out of 572 homes in North Carolina. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across North Carolina SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
2.57:1
43% better than North Carolina average
Avg staff/day
46
Average shift
7.8 hours
0% compared with North Carolina average
Total staff hours (quarter)
33,104
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
13
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
18
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
72
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
8%
2,663 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Qualified Social Worker: 4
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 72 | 0 | 72 | 17,536 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 4,123 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 2,593 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,696 | 66 | 72% | 7.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,192 | 86 | 93% | 8.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 863 | 72 | 78% | 6.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 852 | 65 | 71% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 537 | 74 | 80% | 6.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 61 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 473 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 412 | 55 | 60% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 408 | 52 | 57% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 404 | 65 | 71% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 381 | 66 | 72% | 5.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 308 | 48 | 52% | 6.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 149 | 17 | 18% | 6.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 74 | 13 | 14% | 5.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 49 | 8 | 9% | 6.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 18 | 20% | 1.7 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 3 | 3 | 18 | 12 | 13% | 1.4 |
72 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
72%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
93%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
78%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
71%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
80%
1 Administrator
% of Days
72%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days
66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
64%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
60%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
57%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
71%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
72%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
52%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
18%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
14%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
9%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
20%
3 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days
13%
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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.
11.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
In line with North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 11.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.3
28% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 20.6
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.3%
In line with North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 17.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.3%
In line with North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 23.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
38.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
38.5%
80% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.0%
64% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
18% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.0%
90% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 2.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
21% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 7.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
88% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.4%
7% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 13.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
7% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 91.6%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
In line with North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 94.1%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.39
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.39
21% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 1.77
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.36
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.36
80% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 1.82
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.6%
13% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 79.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.7%
80% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.9%
9% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 78.1%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
15.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
15.3%
33% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 22.9%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
17.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
17.6%
33% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 13.2%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
58.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
58.3%
9% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.8%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.8%
14% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
48% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
50% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
10 - 11 months
Medicaid
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
58
Medicare
6
10.3% of residents
Medicaid
8
13.8% of residents
Private pay or other
44
75.9% 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
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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for River Landing At Sandy Ridge based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
82.9%
↑ 6.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
$13.4M
↑ ~$13.1M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$18.0M
↑ ~$1.7M vs 2022
Profit Margin
90.8%
↑ 88.4pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$53.0M
Surplus of revenue
$13.4M
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$53.0M Rank #5 / 97Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 97 homes in North Carolina. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the North Carolina SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$13.4M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #6 / 97Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 97 homes in North Carolina. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the North Carolina average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$18.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #6 / 97Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 97 homes in North Carolina. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the North Carolina average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$21.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$39.6M
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 750-2300 sq. ft
Housing Options: Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
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River Landing At Sandy Ridge is located in Colfax, North Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions about River Landing At Sandy Ridge
What neighborhood is River Landing At Sandy Ridge in?
River Landing At Sandy Ridge is in the Colfax neighborhood.
Is River Landing At Sandy Ridge in a walkable area?
River Landing At Sandy Ridge has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the occupancy rate at River Landing At Sandy Ridge?
River Landing At Sandy Ridge's occupancy is 82.9%.
What is the address of River Landing At Sandy Ridge?
River Landing At Sandy Ridge is located at 1575 John Knox Dr, Colfax, NC 27235, United States.
What is the phone number of River Landing At Sandy Ridge?
(336) 668-4900 will put you in contact with the team at River Landing At Sandy Ridge.
Is River Landing At Sandy Ridge Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — River Landing At Sandy Ridge is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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