SeniorCareRanked
Tennessee/GREENEVILLE
11
Very Poor

LAUGHLIN HEALTH CARE CENTER

801 E MCKEE ST, GREENEVILLE, TN 37743
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

LAUGHLIN HEALTH CARE CENTER is a 90-bed government - federal nursing home located in GREENEVILLE, Tennessee. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 11 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 52.8% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 2 fine(s) totaling $9,770. 14 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the AHAVA HEALTHCARE chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score11/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.6 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.71 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover53% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies14 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • Most recent health inspection more than 2 years ago
  • 2 fine(s) totaling $9,770
  • 3 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.6
RN hours/resident/day0.71
Staff turnover52.8%
RN turnover37.5%

Facility Information

Beds90
Avg residents44.9
OwnershipGovernment - Federal
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainAHAVA HEALTHCARE
Deficiencies (last inspection)14
Resident/Family councilNo

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What to Look for When Visiting LAUGHLIN HEALTH CARE CENTER

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

LAUGHLIN HEALTH CARE CENTER reports 3.6 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

With 52.8% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

14 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.