Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care
40 Lindsay Lane · Camden, SC · 29020 · 8035728999
132 certified beds Government - County
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
The composite number cleared 73 points, but Recommended is gated: immediate-jeopardy citation in the current inspection cycle. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.11 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.92 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.67 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 30% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $19,460 |
Inspection citations (5 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025
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 October 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Past Non-Compliance · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 19, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 19, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected August 15, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G September 25, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected September 19, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 25, 2023 | Fine | $19,460 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425080 · certified since January 1, 1972. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.