Nurse Care Of Buckhead
Nurse Care Of Buckhead is a 1-star rated nursing home in Atlanta, GA with 220 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 1/5, staffing 1/5, quality measures 1/5.
The facility has 66 health violations on record. Federal fines total $31,587 across 3 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: March 4, 2025.
Designated as a CMS Special Focus Facility — indicating a pattern of serious quality issues under heightened federal oversight.
Staff turnover rate: 63.2% — significantly above the national average.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Georgia public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Our Coverage of Nurse Care Of Buckhead
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
Detailed Inspection Reports
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2021 1 penalties totaling $650
Fine
2018 2 penalties totaling $30,937
Fine
Payment Denial
Health Violations by Year
2025 7 violations
Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
2024 17 violations
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2023 13 violations
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2022 1 violations
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
2021 4 violations
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2020 4 violations
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2018 3 violations
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2017 7 violations
Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality.
Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and home-like environment; and allow residents to use personal belongings to the extent possible.
Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores.
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.
2016 10 violations
Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality.
Provide housekeeping and maintenance services.
Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment.
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration.
Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being.
Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nurse Care Of Buckhead
- What violations has Nurse Care Of Buckhead received?
- Nurse Care Of Buckhead has 66 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Nurse Care Of Buckhead?
- Nurse Care Of Buckhead has a 1-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Nurse Care Of Buckhead last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Nurse Care Of Buckhead safe?
- Safety at Nurse Care Of Buckhead should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Nurse Care Of Buckhead?
- Phone: (404) 261-9043. Address: 2920 Pharr Court South Nw, Atlanta, GA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Nurse Care Of Buckhead offer?
- Nurse Care Of Buckhead is a skilled nursing facility with 220 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Atlanta, GA?
- Compare Nurse Care Of Buckhead with other nursing homes in Atlanta, GA on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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