Scotland County Nurse Home District sits in Memphis, Missouri, right next to Scotland County Hospital, which makes things easier for residents who need quick health care or therapy, and they work closely with the hospital team for better care support. The facility has 96 certified beds, and usually about 62 residents live there, so no one's crowded, and there's room for more if folks need it. The staff provides an average of 3.52 hours of nursing care per resident each day, and this includes time from certified nursing assistants, registered nurses, and licensed practical nurses, which means someone is always there to help with basic care or emergencies, though the certified nursing assistant hours are higher than the state average and RN hours a bit lower. The place sees a slightly higher percentage of residents needing more help with everyday tasks, about 22.2%, compared to a 16.2% state average, and sometimes that means staff are extra busy, but folks still get the help they need. Outpatient emergency visits happen at a rate similar to state averages, 1.0 per 1000 resident days, and hospitalizations are actually less common than usual, only 1.1 per 1000 days, which is a good sign that they're keeping a closer eye on folks and managing small problems before they get big. Pressure ulcers are well-controlled here, at 5.6% compared to a 9.3% state rate, so residents' skin is cared for, and urinary tract infections are also less frequent, with a 1.7% rate against the state's 3.4%. Falls with injury do happen, at 9.7%, which is a bit above what's ideal, but the facility reports these numbers, and staff keep looking for ways to make things safer.
Scotland County Nurse Home District holds a 3-star overall CMS rating, which means care quality is steady and solid, and they've made clear improvements on health inspections, scoring much better in recent years. The facility hasn't had any complaints in the satisfaction record, and they've got a history of no safety flags or fines, which shows some steadiness in how things are run. The building comes with simple but needed amenities-WiFi, TV, a big dining hall, safety and handicap features, cable, outdoor garden, and services like laundry, maintenance, and transportation, and there's always a place to sit for a meal, with menu options for different diets-diabetic, gluten-free, vegetarian, or kosher. Residents get help with personal care, medication, and skilled nursing for more serious conditions like stroke, dialysis, or wound care, and folks have access to therapies like physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Memory care for those with dementia or Alzheimer's is part of the care mix, along with short-term rehab, long-term stays, and even hospice when needed.
There are activities and programs, such as arts and crafts, religious gatherings, daily exercise, movie nights, and outings, plus health and wellness lessons for those who join in, which draws folks together and gives residents some variety day to day. The staff works under a county ownership structure, stay on hand to help, and there's a resident and family counseling program, so families can stay updated and involved in their loved one's care. The facility follows all federal and state rules, stays active in quality improvement efforts with CMS, and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and private pay. Scotland County Nurse Home District is in the process of reopening as a Residential Care Facility, known as RCF 2, with oversight and management planned to stay with Scotland County Hospital, which some say may bring signage or name changes like Sigler Place down the line, and the leadership team keeps a good focus on up-to-date rules for reopening, too. The place offers other helpful services, including dental care, hearing and podiatry services, pharmacy, and physician visits, and has a large, shared living room where residents can gather any time and even a small store or salon. The support team stays ready to help residents as needed, and a new website's in the works to keep the community more informed in the future.
