Charlotte, NC · 12 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Charlotte's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,650–$11,220/mo
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Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers
1285 West a Street, Kannapolis, NC 28081 · Rowan County
77
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (45 of 50 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Kannapolis
Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Kannapolis, NC, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 45 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.23 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.58 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.23 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Kannapolis for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 50
- Avg. residents/day
- 45
- Ownership
- For profit - Individual
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 345342
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 | $8,650–$11,220/mo (median $9,650) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Charlotte 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
- 5.23
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.58
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.8%
- 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)
- 4
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-28
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-08-28Severity B — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
2024-07-11Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-07-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2024-07-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-07-11Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
Location
1285 West a Street, Kannapolis, NC
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers
How much does Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers cost?
Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Kannapolis, NC area typically runs $8,650–$11,220 per month (median $9,650, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers?
Staff provide about 5.23 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers?
Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers have availability?
Typically 91% full (45 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers offer?
Big Elm Retirement and Nursing Centers in Kannapolis, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 50 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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