Salisbury has eight skilled nursing homes. Seven have Medicare ratings: the average is 3.1 stars out of five. The highest-rated facility here earns five stars, with three homes scoring four stars or better. Two homes rate two stars or lower. This mix means quality varies significantly within the city.
Staffing shows 3.6 nursing hours per resident daily, but only 0.7 hours come from registered nurses. Annual nursing staff turnover averages 47%, meaning teams change frequently. Occupancy sits at 83% of licensed beds. These numbers suggest potential challenges in consistent, skilled care delivery across many facilities.
Rowan County has two hospitals, including Novant Health Rowan Medical Center. Statewide, shared-room nursing home costs average $69,350 yearly. Families should prioritize facilities with higher Medicare ratings, noting Salisbury's best-rated homes are available. If seeking consistently better-rated options, nearby towns merit consideration.