What is the average nursing home staffing level in Winston-Salem?

Winston-Salem nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.27 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.42 RN HPRD. The North Carolina state average is 3.52 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Winston-Salem?

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 Winston-Salem?

Yes — North Carolina 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 North Carolina-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Winston-Salem, NC Nursing Home Staffing

7 facilities · City avg 4.27 HPRD · 1 rated 5 stars

Facilities

4.27

Avg Total HPRD

0.42

Avg RN HPRD

1/7

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem

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

Homestead Hills

Winston-Salem, NC · For profit

5★

4★

5.60

0.69

Trinity Glen

Winston-Salem, NC · Non profit

4★

4★

4.46

0.57

Brookridge Retirement Community

Winston-Salem, NC · Non profit

4★

1★

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Salemtowne

Winston-Salem, NC · Non profit

4★

4★

5.70

0.38

Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitatio

Winston-Salem, NC · For profit

1★

2★

3.37

0.26

⚠ 5 CMS fines on record

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Mill Creek Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Winston-Salem, NC · For profit

1★

1★

3.18

0.34

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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The Oaks

Winston-Salem, NC · For profit

1★

1★

3.32

0.30

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Winston-Salem?: Winston-Salem nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.27 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.42 RN HPRD. The North Carolina state average is 3.52 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Winston-Salem?: 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 Winston-Salem?: Yes — North Carolina 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 North Carolina-specific limits and the look-back period.

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