Croatan Ridge Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a federally funded skilled nursing facility operated by Croatan Ridge Nursing & Rehab Center with 64 SNF beds, right here in North Carolina, and they've always got a registered nurse on site 24/7, making sure everyone's looked after round the clock, and you'll see a strong team with at least 3.45 hours of nursing care per patient daily, which breaks down to 2.45 hours with aides and 0.55 hours with registered nurses, so you know people are really getting attention. Folks there get focused care for recovery and long-term needs, whether they've had an accident, a stroke, need wound care, or are dealing with something like Alzheimer's, and treatment plans get made by an interdisciplinary care team that really takes into account both medical and personal needs, with rounds done by physicians and skilled staff who oversee all the medication management and therapy, be it physical, occupational, or speech.
The care goes beyond just the medical part, as there's help for all daily activities, from bathing to meals, and they use organic food and ingredients, which isn't something you see everywhere, and meal prep and services are part of the daily routine. They also make life easier with 24-hour supervision, a call system, assistance with mobility, arrangements for transportation to doctor's visits, and support for families and caregivers, so you're not left alone figuring things out. Every room feels comfortable with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and fully furnished shared or private suites, and you'll find cable TV, internet, and telephone services for staying connected, whether you want quiet time or company, and housekeeping and linen services are standard.
Safety is a big point for them, with protected areas to keep residents from wandering and a strong focus on infection control using CDC and state guidelines, so you'll see things like mask protocols when needed, staff and residents being screened, HEPA air scrubbers, MERV 13 filters, and cold plasma therapy to keep the environment safe and healthy. Croatan Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center aims to create a healing setting where recovery and well-being come first, so the staff supports independence and keeps residents involved in activities suited to their abilities and interests, meeting physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. The administrator, Allison Switzer, leads a team that's carefully screened for their skills and compassion, and the facility remains committed to fair housing and equal opportunity for all.
Residents receive support with all aspects of care, from medication and wound care to specialized programs for stroke, cardiac, and pulmonary conditions, as well as support for chronic illness or after an acute event, and whether someone's there for long-term care or short-term rehab, the plan is always to prevent re-hospitalizations and help people recover in a way that fits them best. The care philosophy centers on dignity, respect, and kindness, with personal care plans that adapt as needs change, so the environment feels safe, comfortable, and focused on the person living there, not just their medical chart.
