About Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center
Nursing home overview and details
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center is a for-profit nursing home in New Orleans, LA, serving Orleans County and the surrounding community. The facility has 108 certified beds with an average daily census of 125.2 residents.
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1986, bringing 40 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with PRIORITY MANAGEMENT, which provides administrative support and oversight.
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in New Orleans, LA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.
Health Inspection
Very Good
Quality Measures
Very Good
Staffing
Below Average
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center provides 3.52 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.13 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 34.9%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. Weekend staffing averages 3.00 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This is an important consideration for families evaluating nursing home safety, as it indicates the facility has maintained compliance with federal quality standards. The facility has no infection control deficiencies on record, which is particularly important for the health and safety of elderly residents.
Doctors at Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center
4 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center
What is the CMS rating for Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center?
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center have?
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center has 108 certified beds with an average daily census of 125.2 residents.
What type of facility is Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center?
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Orleans County in New Orleans, LA.
How many doctors practice at Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center?
4 physicians are affiliated with Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center have any safety concerns?
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·