Pruitthealth- Aiken
830 Laurens Street North · Aiken, SC · 29801 · 8036496264
176 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Pruitthealth
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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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.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.70 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.51 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.89 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $21,645 |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J December 19, 2025
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2025
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 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · C December 19, 2025
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected March 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected January 1, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 28, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 27, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected August 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 23, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 12, 2022
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 23, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 23, 2022 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 19, 2025 | Fine | $21,645 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425145 · certified since April 6, 1982. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.