What is the average nursing home staffing level in Knoxville?

Knoxville nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.77 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.73 RN HPRD. The Tennessee state average is 3.38 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Knoxville?

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 Knoxville?

Yes — Tennessee 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 Tennessee-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Knoxville, TN Nursing Home Staffing

13 facilities · City avg 3.77 HPRD · 3 rated 5 stars

Facilities

3.77

Avg Total HPRD

0.73

Avg RN HPRD

3/13

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Tennessee avg 3.38 total HPRD / 0.52 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Knoxville

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

FORT SANDERS TCU

KNOXVILLE, TN · Non profit

5★

1★

5.18

2.77

HOLSTON HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER

KNOXVILLE, TN · For profit

5★

4★

3.76

0.75

SENATOR BEN ATCHLEY STATE VETERANS' HOME

KNOXVILLE, TN · Government

5★

4★

4.51

0.72

NHC HEALTHCARE, FARRAGUT

KNOXVILLE, TN · For profit

4★

1★

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ISLAND HOME PARK HEALTH AND REHAB

KNOXVILLE, TN · Non profit

4★

2★

3.37

0.40

NHC HEALTHCARE, FT SANDERS

KNOXVILLE, TN · For profit

3★

4★

3.98

0.53

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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WEST HILLS HEALTH AND REHAB

KNOXVILLE, TN · Non profit

3★

1★

3.41

0.40

WELLPARK HEALTH AND REHABILITATION

KNOXVILLE, TN · For profit

3★

3★

3.84

0.70

NHC HEALTHCARE, KNOXVILLE

KNOXVILLE, TN · For profit

2★

4★

3.84

1.00

CREEKVIEW HEALTH AND REHABILITATION

KNOXVILLE, TN · For profit

2★

2★

3.37

0.57

LEGACY PARK HEALTH AND REHABILITATION

KNOXVILLE, TN · For profit

1★

1★

3.33

0.26

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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LYONSVIEW HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER

KNOXVILLE, TN · For profit

1★

1★

3.55

0.21

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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BEVERLY PARK PLACE HEALTH AND REHAB

KNOXVILLE, TN · Non profit

1★

1★

3.13

0.43

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Knoxville?: Knoxville nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.77 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.73 RN HPRD. The Tennessee state average is 3.38 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Knoxville?: 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 Knoxville?: Yes — Tennessee 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 Tennessee-specific limits and the look-back period.

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