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

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As a reputable 160-bed skilled nursing facility, Riverside Health and Rehab offers specialized care alongside a broad spectrum of services, including short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, long-term care, hospice care, and respite care. It has a central location in Charleston, South Carolina, provides effortless access to Charleston’s renowned hospitals, and is known for its state-of-the-art CardioPulmonary Pavilion. Complementing this specialty unit, Riverside offers an extensive range of therapies, encompassing Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Occupational Therapy.
This community extends its care to diverse patient profiles, catering to short- and long-term care requirements. Within Riverside’s comprehensive programs, residents benefit from a holistic approach to well-being, featuring exercise regimens, lifestyle education, recreational therapy, informative materials, and personalized nutrition counseling. Guided by constant communication with attending physicians, these programs are meticulously crafted to deliver individualized plans of care that precisely align with each resident’s unique needs. The dedicated Cardio Pulmonary Pavilion focuses on providing tailored care to individuals who have recently encountered cardiac or pulmonary events.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
19% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
67% of new residents, often for short stays.
15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Riverside Health and Rehab is legally operated by Thi Of South Carolina At Charleston Llc, and administrated by Oehler, John Fritz.
In South Carolina, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality conducts unannounced inspections to ensure care providers meet all health and safety codes.
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
South Carolina average: 12 deficiencies
The most recent inspection on April 15, 2025, identified deficiencies related to resident dignity during meal service and medication administration, incomplete therapy implementation, staffing information posting, food safety, garbage disposal, and handling of soiled linen. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including care plan implementation, medication management, resident supervision, and financial misappropriation, with an immediate jeopardy finding related to resident elopement in November 2024 and unsafe smoking practices in March 2024. Complaint investigations revealed substantiated concerns about missing residents, failure to notify responsible parties of condition changes, and misappropriation of resident funds, with no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports. The main themes across deficiencies involved resident care practices, medication and therapy management, safety protocols, and facility sanitation. The inspection history shows ongoing challenges with compliance, with some corrective actions taken but recurring issues noted over time.
South Carolina average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
South Carolina average 13.7
South Carolina average 3.44
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
21 of 29 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 29 resulted from complaint investigations.
South Carolina average: 1
South Carolina average: 0.3
| Life Care Center 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).
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.
N Nursing | North Charleston (Alta Shores Apartments) | 148 | 74.0% | -10% | 3.42 | -21% | -14% | 2 | 9 | 3.0 | 2 | 112 | A+ | 27 | Cliett, Beth | $20.4M | $7.5M | 36.7% | 425332 | ||||
| Riverside Health and Rehab |
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).
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.
N Nursing
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. | North Charleston (Daniel Jenkins Homes) | 160 | 87.7% | +7% | 2.51 | -25% | -37% | 4 | 29 | 4.8 | 3 | 147 | - | 24 | Castle, Patty | $18.7M | $6.5M | 34.7% | 425082 |
5.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from North Charleston's city center to Riverside Health and Rehab's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.5 miles to nearest hospital (University Medical Associates)
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
16,830 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 41 | 76 | 117 | 19,513 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 35 | 52 | 10,685 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 5 | 18 | 2,840 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,762 | 90 | 99% | 9.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1,699 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,219 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 903 | 88 | 97% | 6.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 878 | 66 | 73% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 802 | 69 | 76% | 6.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 9 | 9 | 715 | 71 | 78% | 5.8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 664 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 6 | 6 | 568 | 73 | 80% | 6.3 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 5 | 0 | 5 | 531 | 39 | 43% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 527 | 71 | 78% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 503 | 71 | 78% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 467 | 68 | 75% | 6.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 130 | 18 | 20% | 7.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 109 | 15 | 16% | 7.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 50 | 27 | 30% | 1.9 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
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)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Riverside Health and Rehab based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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