Pine Knoll Path of Journey LLC
156 Pine Knoll Drive · Carrollton, GA · 30117 · 7708328243
122 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Cypress Skilled Nursing
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 77 points, but Recommended is gated: staffing below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
100% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.01 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.38 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.75 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 100% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F April 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 19, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2023
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.
Corrected March 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 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 March 17, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 17, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 30, 2021
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 19, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 30, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 19, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 30, 2021
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected November 19, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F September 30, 2021
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 November 19, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 30, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 19, 2021 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115443 · certified since October 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.