Wilmington, NC · 90 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Wilmington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,570–$11,110/mo
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August Healthcare at Wilmington
820 Wellington Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28401 · New Hanover County
Experience 35 years of compassionate care at August Healthcare at Wilmington. Our 120-bed skilled nursing facility in Wilmington, North Carolina, is dedicated to providing exceptional short- and long-term care, ensuring comfort and respect for every resident in our community.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 73% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Wilmington
August Healthcare at Wilmington is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Wilmington, NC, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 87 residents per day. It operates as part of the August Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.18 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.50 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 55.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $27,378 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.18 hrs/resident/day)
- •$27,378 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Wilmington, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 87
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- August Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 345236
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,570–$11,110/mo (median $9,560) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Wilmington prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.18
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.50
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 55.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 5
- Federal fines
- 1 ($27,378)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-15
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (35 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-05-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-05-15Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
2025-05-15Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-05-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-05-02Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2024-05-02Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2024-05-02Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-20 | Fine | $27,378 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Library
Location
820 Wellington Avenue, Wilmington, NC
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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How much does August Healthcare at Wilmington cost?
August Healthcare at Wilmington does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wilmington, NC area typically runs $8,570–$11,110 per month (median $9,560, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is August Healthcare at Wilmington's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates August Healthcare at Wilmington 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at August Healthcare at Wilmington?
Staff provide about 3.18 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 55.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at August Healthcare at Wilmington?
August Healthcare at Wilmington has 35 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does August Healthcare at Wilmington have availability?
Typically 73% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does August Healthcare at Wilmington offer?
August Healthcare at Wilmington in Wilmington, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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