What is the average nursing home staffing level in Augusta?

Augusta nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.52 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.63 RN HPRD. The Georgia state average is 3.52 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Augusta?

Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.

Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Augusta?

Yes — Georgia Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Georgia-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Augusta, GA Nursing Home Staffing

10 facilities · City avg 3.52 HPRD · 1 rated 5 stars

Facilities

3.52

Avg Total HPRD

0.63

Avg RN HPRD

1/10

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Georgia avg 3.52 total HPRD / 0.58 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Augusta

Sorted by CMS overall star rating. Click any facility for full staffing charts and penalty history.

STEVENS PARK HEALTH AND REHABILITATION

AUGUSTA, GA · Non profit

5★

5★

3.81

1.30

PRUITTHEALTH - AUGUSTA HILLS

AUGUSTA, GA · For profit

4★

2★

3.30

0.47

PLACE AT DEANS BRIDGE, THE

AUGUSTA, GA · For profit

3★

1★

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⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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Harrington Park Health And Rehabilitation

AUGUSTA, GA · Non profit

3★

2★

3.57

0.53

AZALEA HEALTH CENTER BY HARBORVIEW

AUGUSTA, GA · For profit

2★

3★

4.00

1.11

PRUITTHEALTH - RICHMOND, LLC

AUGUSTA, GA · For profit

2★

2★

3.54

0.34

PruittHealth - Augusta

AUGUSTA, GA · For profit

2★

1★

3.70

0.35

⚠ 6 CMS fines on record

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PRUITTHEALTH - CREEKSIDE

AUGUSTA, GA · For profit

2★

1★

3.62

0.40

HARBORVIEW HEALTH CENTER OF AUGUSTA

AUGUSTA, GA · For profit

1★

2★

3.52

0.81

PLACE AT MARTINEZ, THE

AUGUSTA, GA · For profit

1★

1★

2.60

0.36

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Augusta?: Augusta nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.52 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.63 RN HPRD. The Georgia state average is 3.52 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Augusta?: Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.
Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Augusta?: Yes — Georgia Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Georgia-specific limits and the look-back period.

Data: CMS Payroll-Based Journal via Care Compare. Updated every 24 hours via ISR.