SeniorCareRanked
Texas/ATHENS
58
Fair

PARK HIGHLANDS NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER

711 LUCAS ST, ATHENS, TX 75751
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

PARK HIGHLANDS NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER is a 132-bed government - hospital district nursing home located in ATHENS, Texas. It has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 58 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 95.3% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has no recorded fines. 2 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the CREATIVE SOLUTIONS IN HEALTHCARE chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score58/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating4/5 stars (↑ Better than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day2.9 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.49 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover95% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies2 (↑ Better than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • High staff turnover (95.3%)

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day2.9
RN hours/resident/day0.49
Staff turnover95.3%
RN turnover100%

Facility Information

Beds132
Avg residents53.8
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital district
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainCREATIVE SOLUTIONS IN HEALTHCARE
Deficiencies (last inspection)2
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting PARK HIGHLANDS NURSING & REHABILITATION 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

PARK HIGHLANDS NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER reports 2.9 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 95.3% 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

2 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.