Trenton, TN · 50 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Trenton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,070–$10,090/mo
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West Tennessee Post Acute
597 West Forest Avenue, Jackson, TN 38301 · Madison County
3.0CMS overall rating(731) 300-4800
60
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (60 of 67 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 Jackson
West Tennessee Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Jackson, TN, with 67 certified beds and an average of about 60 residents per day. It operates as part of the Links Healthcare Group network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.74 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.79 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.74 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Jackson, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 67
- Avg. residents/day
- 60
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Links Healthcare Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 445187
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 | $8,070–$10,090/mo (median $8,830) | 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
- 4.74
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.79
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 57.1%
- 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)
- 7
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-07
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (14 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-07Severity E — 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.
2025-05-07Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2025-05-07Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-05-07Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-05-07Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2025-05-07Severity D — 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…
2025-05-07Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-06-20Severity D — 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
Location
597 West Forest Avenue, Jackson, TN
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about West Tennessee Post Acute
How much does West Tennessee Post Acute cost?
West Tennessee Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Jackson, TN area typically runs $8,070–$10,090 per month (median $8,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is West Tennessee Post Acute's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates West Tennessee Post Acute 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at West Tennessee Post Acute?
Staff provide about 4.74 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at West Tennessee Post Acute?
West Tennessee Post Acute has 14 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does West Tennessee Post Acute have availability?
Typically 90% full (60 of 67 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does West Tennessee Post Acute offer?
West Tennessee Post Acute in Jackson, TN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 67 beds.
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