SeniorCareRanked
59
Fair

NHC Healthcare - Laurens

379 Pinehaven Street Extension, Laurens, SC 29360
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

NHC Healthcare - Laurens is a 176-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in Laurens, South Carolina. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 59 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 17.5%. This facility has no recorded fines. 3 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score59/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.5 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.68 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover18% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies3 (↑ Better than avg 4)

CMS Star Ratings

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Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.5
RN hours/resident/day0.68
Staff turnover17.5%
RN turnover25%

Facility Information

Beds176
Avg residents166.9
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainNATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
Deficiencies (last inspection)3
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting NHC Healthcare - Laurens

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

NHC Healthcare - Laurens reports 3.5 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

Staff turnover is 17.5% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

3 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.