Jnh-Madison Inn
Scout 100Whitfield, MS · 63 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Whitfield's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,380–$11,130/mo
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The Nichols Center
1308 Highway 51 North, Madison, MS 39110 · Madison County
3.0CMS overall rating(601) 853-4343
62
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (56 of 60 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Madison
The Nichols Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Madison, MS, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 56 residents per day. It operates as part of the Briar Hill Management network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.71 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.65 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $18,259 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.71 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Madison, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 60
- Avg. residents/day
- 56
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Briar Hill Management
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 255304
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 | $9,380–$11,130/mo (median $10,000) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Jackson 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
- 4.71
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.65
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 52.7%
- 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
- 2 ($18,259)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (12 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-26Severity 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.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-11-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-10-22Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-03-14Severity 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.
2024-03-14Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2024-03-14Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…
2024-01-10Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-22 | Fine | $10,358 |
| 2025-10-22 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-12-18 | Fine | $7,901 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
1308 Highway 51 North, Madison, MS
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about The Nichols Center
How much does The Nichols Center cost?
The Nichols Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Madison, MS area typically runs $9,380–$11,130 per month (median $10,000, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is The Nichols Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Nichols Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Nichols Center?
Staff provide about 4.71 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Nichols Center?
The Nichols Center has 12 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Nichols Center have availability?
Typically 93% full (56 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Nichols Center offer?
The Nichols Center in Madison, MS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
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Your next steps — this week
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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