What is the average nursing home staffing level in Charleston?

Charleston nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.99 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 1.44 RN HPRD. The West Virginia state average is 3.45 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Charleston?

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 Charleston?

Yes — West Virginia 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 West Virginia-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Charleston, WV Nursing Home Staffing

5 facilities · City avg 4.99 HPRD · 2 rated 5 stars

Facilities

4.99

Avg Total HPRD

1.44

Avg RN HPRD

2/5

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: West Virginia avg 3.45 total HPRD / 0.55 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Charleston

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

THOMAS HOSPITALS SKILLED NURSING UNIT

CHARLESTON, WV · Non profit

5★

5★

7.91

3.45

ARTHUR B HODGES CENTER, THE

CHARLESTON, WV · Non profit

5★

5★

5.44

1.68

CHARLESTON HEALTHCARE CENTER

CHARLESTON, WV · For profit

3★

3★

4.13

0.63

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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MEADOWBROOK ACRES

CHARLESTON, WV · For profit

3★

3★

3.97

0.59

COMPLETE CARE AT OAK RIDGE LLC

CHARLESTON, WV · For profit

3★

2★

3.52

0.86

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Charleston?: Charleston nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.99 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 1.44 RN HPRD. The West Virginia state average is 3.45 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Charleston?: 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 Charleston?: Yes — West Virginia 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 West Virginia-specific limits and the look-back period.

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