W Frank Wells Nursing Home
210 N 2nd St · Macclenny, FL · 32063 · 9042596168
69 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
4 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Weekends run noticeably short-staffed
Weekend staffing is 73% of the overall level. Visit on a Saturday or Sunday before deciding.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 6.29 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.87 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.57 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $26,320 |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected January 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 5, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 5, 2024
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected January 5, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E December 5, 2024
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected January 5, 2025 · Environmental
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 13, 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 July 13, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · L June 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected July 13, 2024 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · L June 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected July 13, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D January 26, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected March 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 26, 2023
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected March 14, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F January 26, 2023
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected March 14, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D January 26, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 14, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 19, 2021 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected July 19, 2021 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 19, 2021 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 13, 2024 | Fine | $26,320 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105210 · certified since June 20, 1969. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.