Washington County Nursing Home
Nursing Home, Adult Day Care & Respite Care · Alabama, AL
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Washington County Nursing Home

Nursing Home, Adult Day Care & Respite Care · Alabama, AL
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Overview of Washington County Nursing Home

Washington County Nursing Home is an 88-bed long-term care facility and county-operated governmental institution at 14600 St. Stephens Avenue in Chatom, Alabama, in Washington County. It’s administered by Teresa Grimes and functions as an integral part of Washington County Hospital, which has served the community since 1953. It accepts Medicare and Medicaid, and the current resident census (January 2026) shows 80 residents, with Medicaid covering 83.8 percent and private pay or other sources covering the rest.

The facility scored an overall 5-star rating by CMS, with every rating dimension above the Alabama average, the only facility in this review batch to achieve that across all four components. The overall score is 71.8 percent above the Alabama average, health inspection performance is 74.8 percent above average, staffing is 38.9 percent above average, and quality measures are 69.5 percent above average. The inspection record is extraordinary. Across three surveys over eight years: February 2018, February 2019, and June 2021, the facility accumulated just one total citation, placing it first out of 121 Alabama SNFs on both total citations and per-inspection citation rate. That single citation was a moderate Abuse/Neglect finding from the February 2018 survey, corrected promptly. No critical or serious citations have been issued, with no fines or penalties in the past three years. Quality measure performance for long-stay residents is similarly strong across most dimensions. Hospitalizations run at 0.94 per 1,000 resident days, 53 percent below the Alabama average of 2.00, indicating that chronic conditions are being managed proactively. ADL decline (9.4 percent vs Alabama average 13.9 percent) and walking ability decline (9.6 percent vs 16.1 percent) are both substantially better than state benchmarks, as are pressure ulcer (2.7 percent vs 5.9 percent) and UTI rates (2.3 percent vs 2.7 percent). Both pneumococcal and influenza vaccination rates reach 100 percent for long-stay residents. The composite high-risk clinical events score of 7.1 is 20 percent better than the Alabama average. Three areas warrant monitoring: weight loss at 9.6 percent (78 percent above Alabama average 5.4 percent), bowel/bladder incontinence at 21.7 percent (59 percent above average 13.6 percent), and falls with major injury at 4.4 percent (29 percent above average 3.4 percent). Given these figures, families of long-stay residents should ask specifically about fall prevention protocols and nutritional monitoring. Staffing is above average in total nursing hours, 4 hours 52 minutes per resident per day, 11 percent above the Alabama average, ranking 25th of 121 statewide. LPN hours stand out at 57 minutes per day, 21 percent above the state average. Weekend total nursing of 3 hours 34 minutes is 8 percent above average. One gap needs attention: weekend RN coverage at 8 minutes per day is 64 percent below the Alabama average of 22 minutes, the lowest weekend RN figure in this batch. Q2 2025 payroll data shows 103 total staff: 99 employees, 4 contractors (1.7 percent of hours) with 8.4 hours average shift. The 1.29:1 staff-to-resident ratio is below the Alabama average headcount ratio, though the nursing hours benchmarks remain above average, reflecting longer average shifts.

The campus’ specialty clinic access is a meaningful differentiator for a rural county-operated facility. On-site or affiliated services include cardiology, orthopaedics, pulmonary, radiology, vascular associates, a lab, a swing bed program, and the WCHNH Heritage Adult Day Haven, extending the facility’s services to day care for community members. Millry Family Care provides primary care access within the network.

Washington County Nursing Home is an exceptional option for Washington County and surrounding rural Alabama communities seeking a county-governed, 5-star rated facility. Its inspection record stands among the cleanest in the state, with quality results reflecting resident health outcomes instead of mere regulatory compliance. The RN weekend gap and the weight loss and incontinence metrics are the only material concerns in an otherwise highly favorable profile, though families of long-stay residents must ask about fall prevention protocols and nutritional monitoring.

(251) 847-2223

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.
▲ 70.0% Above AL avg. ▲ 70.0% Above AL avg.AL average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 76.4% Above AL avg. ▲ 76.4% Above AL avg.AL average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 41.1% Above AL avg. ▲ 41.1% Above AL avg.AL average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 67.9% Above AL avg. ▲ 67.9% Above AL avg.AL average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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 Alabama state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 28th out of 136 homes in Alabama for nurse hours. 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 52m per day
Rank #28 / 136Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 136 homes in Alabama. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Alabama average, with a ranking across 136 Alabama facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Alabama avg (4h 22m per day)
vs Alabama avg
+11%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +23% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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. 40m per day ▲ 5% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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. 58m per day ▲ 23% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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. 2h 45m per day ▲ 10% State avg: 2h 30m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing 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. 3h 39m per day ▲ 11% State avg: 3h 17m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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. 2m per day ■ Avg State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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. 8m per day ▼ 62% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 28m per day
Bed community size
88-bed community Rank #111 / 245Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 111th out of 245 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alabama facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 37 / 100 Rank #203 / 418Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 203rd out of 418 homes in Alabama. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Alabama facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusRegular
CountyWashington

Ownership & Operating Entity

Washington County Nursing Home is administrated by Teresa Grimes.

Profit StatusCounty

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCardiology, Millry Family Care, Orthopaedics, Pulmonary, Radiology, Swing Bed, Lab, Vascular Associates, WCHNH Heritage Adult Day Haven

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Inspection History

In Alabama, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards conducts unannounced surveys to ensure facilities meet state licensing and federal certification safety standards.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 1 deficiency

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Alabama state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2018 vs. Alabama state average
Overall vs. AL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Alabama average:
• Total deficiencies (94% below)
• Deficiencies per year (95% below)
Latest Inspection June 10, 2021 Other An inspection that falls outside standard annual surveys and formal complaint investigations. May include administrative compliance checks, documentation reviews, focused surveys on specific concerns, or revisit surveys to verify prior corrections.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityAL Averagevs. AL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 117 This facility has 94% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Alabama nursing home (1 vs. AL avg 17).↓ 94% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2018. 0.12.1 This facility has 95% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Alabama nursing home (0.1 vs. AL avg 2.1).↓ 95% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on June 10, 2021 found no health deficiencies and no complaints were filed.
  • The February 15, 2018 complaint investigation substantiated a failure to timely report suspected resident abuse to the State Survey Agency.
  • The February 28, 2019 annual inspection found no health deficiencies and no complaints were noted.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2018
Total health inspections 1

Alabama average 2.9


Last Health inspection on Feb 2018

Total health citations
1 Rank #1 / 136Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 136 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Alabama State average, with a ranking across all 136 AL facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Alabama average 10.4

Citations per inspection
1 Rank #1 / 136Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 136 homes in Alabama. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Alabama mean across 136 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Alabama average 3.46


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

All 1 citation resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 8 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 0.7


Serious health citations
0
100% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 0.2

0 critical citations Alabama average: 0.7

0 serious citations Alabama average: 0.2

1 moderate citation Alabama average: 9.1

0 minor citations Alabama average: 0.4
Citations history (last 8 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Feb 15, 2018
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 112
Employees 109
Contractors 3
Staff to resident ratio 1.40 : 1
10% fewer staff per resident than Alabama average
Alabama average ratio: 1.56 : 1 Alabama average ratio: 1.56 : 1See full Alabama ranking
Avg staff/day 44
Average shift 8.4 hours
6% better than Alabama average
Alabama average: 7.9 hours Alabama average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full Alabama ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 34,112

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info 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 Info All 11 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 18 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 64 total: 63 full-time employees and 1 contractor. 64
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.7%

235 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant6316419,65092100%8.8
Licensed Practical Nurse180186,86692100%9.2
Registered Nurse110113,18992100%7.7
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,44592100%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist2021,0206773%8.1
Administrator1016427278%8.9
Nurse Practitioner1015126874%7.5
Medical Director1012697784%3.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician2022353437%6.7
Qualified Social Worker202893336%2.7
Physical Therapy Aide101695257%1.3
Occupational Therapy Aide01157910%6.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113078%4.3
Speech Language Pathologist202292022%1.3
Physical Therapy Assistant1011055%2
64 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 73%
1 Administrator
% of Days 78%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 74%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 84%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 37%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 36%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 57%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 10%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 8%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 22%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 5%

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.1
20% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 8.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 13.6
6% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 14.5

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 9.4%
32% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 13.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 9.6%
40% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 16.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 21.7%
59% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 13.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.4%
29% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.7%
55% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 5.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.3%
14% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 9.6%
78% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.1%
13% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 1.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.9%
18% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 20.7%

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

Alabama average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 94.8%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.94
53% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.00

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.22
24% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 1.79

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 95.1%
14% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 83.7%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 80
Medicaid
67
83.8% of residents
Private pay or other
13
16.3% of residents
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.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Alabama

Washington County Nursing Home is located in Chatom, Alabama.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Alabama.

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
AL

Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.

Benefits
In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$50/day avg.) Home-delivered meals Case management

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

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

Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$50/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

Age 55+
General Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.
Income Limits ~$3,000/month individual, varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strictly enforced; income-focused.
AL

High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant) Medication management support

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-driven.
AL

Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AL Section 202

Age 62+
General Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AL

High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

Age
General Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on need.
AL

Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Washington County Nursing Home

Is Washington County Nursing Home in a walkable area?

Washington County Nursing Home has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Who is the administrator of Washington County Nursing Home?

Teresa Grimes is the administrator of Washington County Nursing Home.

How many beds does Washington County Nursing Home have?

Washington County Nursing Home has 88 beds.

Are there photos of Washington County Nursing Home?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Washington County Nursing Home in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Washington County Nursing Home?

Washington County Nursing Home is located at 14600 St. Stephens Avenue, PO Box 1299.

What is the phone number of Washington County Nursing Home?

(251) 847-2223 will put you in contact with the team at Washington County Nursing Home.

What county is Washington County Nursing Home located in?

Washington County Nursing Home is in Washington County.

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