Apex, NC · 107 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Apex's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,720–$11,320/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingCMS verified
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest
968 East Wait Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27588 · Wake County
84
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 86% full (111 of 130 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.
One of Wake Forest's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Wake Forest, NC, with 130 certified beds and an average of about 111 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.94 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.57 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 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.94 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Wake Forest for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 130
- Avg. residents/day
- 111
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 345417
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 | $8,720–$11,320/mo (median $9,740) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Raleigh 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
- 3.94
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.57
- 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)
- 0
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (1 citations on record — showing the latest 1). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2023-06-08Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
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
Location
968 East Wait Avenue, Wake Forest, NC
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest
How much does Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest cost?
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wake Forest, NC area typically runs $8,720–$11,320 per month (median $9,740, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest?
Staff provide about 3.94 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 Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest?
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest has 1 health citation on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest have availability?
Typically 86% full (111 of 130 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest offer?
Hillside Nursing Center of Wake Forest in Wake Forest, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 130 beds.
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