J G Alexander Nursing Center
25112 Highway 15 · Union, MS · 39365 · 6017745065
60 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: The Beebe Family
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
3 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Weekends run noticeably short-staffed
Weekend staffing is 74% of the overall level. Visit on a Saturday or Sunday before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.75 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.74 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.50 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $16,720 |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G January 30, 2025
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G January 30, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G January 30, 2025
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 30, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Administration
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No harm found · B January 30, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 3, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 3, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 3, 2023
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.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 3, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 3, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 11, 2021
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected April 8, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2021
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 8, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2025 | Fine | $8,360 |
| January 30, 2025 | Fine | $8,360 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 255318 · certified since March 20, 2006. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.