420 North University Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
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3.1 from 42 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of NHC Healthcare - Murfreesboro
differentiator8 reviews mention this
Medication management is a key concern
Residents mention both medication missteps and medication getting handled well.
Medication management comes up often, with multiple reviewers describing problems like meds not arriving on time, missing discharge medicine, or changes to prescriptions without consent. Other residents also describe medication follow-up and efforts to verify safety, including coordination around concerns that families raised. Several reviews connect these medication issues to bigger safety outcomes like falls, anxiety episodes, and hospitalization.
common13 reviews mention this
Staff friendliness shows up often
Many residents describe staff as professional, compassionate, and communicative.
A large share of reviews describe staff members who are friendly, professional, and caring, including aides, nurses, and therapy teams. Families also mention regular updates and involvement in care plan conversations, and some say they felt treated like family rather than a number. Even in negative reviews, the most common contrast is still about staffing and execution, not a total lack of human care.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Staffing levels and monitoring vary
Several reviewers say staffing is too thin for patient needs.
Multiple reviews describe understaffing and the effects of it, such as call systems not being monitored, residents taking longer to get attention, or families needing to stop by frequently to advocate. Some reviewers also report safety-related gaps tied to staffing, including alarm and supervision concerns. A few accounts acknowledge that staffing problems are part of the experience even when staff members themselves are trying to help.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Food quality is inconsistent
Food ratings range from very good to poorly received.
Dining reviews are split: some residents say the meals were flavorful and enjoyable, while others describe the food as cold, wrong, or horrible. A few reviewers specifically mention issues with meal preparation and accuracy, and one describes being served canned food. Overall, food quality seems to depend on the timing and the individual experience being reported.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Safety and care quality are uneven
Reviews describe both prevention successes and serious care breakdowns.
Some reviewers report positive outcomes, including a long stay without pressure ulcers, while others describe serious problems like bedsore-related hospitalizations and poor hygiene care. Falls also appear in multiple accounts, including cases where injuries occurred and were later attributed to medication or other oversight concerns. Several negative reviews tie these concerns to gaps in daily care routines like turning, bandage cleanliness, and alarm or safety equipment use.
common2 reviews mention this
Recreation and therapy get praise
Entertainment and therapy encouragement are mentioned positively.
A couple of reviews highlight recreation and entertainment as a standout part of the experience for residents. In the same accounts, therapy teams and daily encouragement are also credited with helping residents participate and stay engaged.
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Features
Housing
181 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Family Practice Partners PC (0.1 miles)
Vanderbilt Heart (0.1 miles)
Bradley Donald H MD (0.5 miles)
The Imaging Center of Murfreesboro (0.6 miles)
RAYUS Radiology (0.6 miles)
Radiology & Diagnostics Plc (0.6 miles)
Mid-State Gastroenterology (0.6 miles)
Restaurants
Jeff's Family Friendly Restaurant (0.6 miles)
Boulevard Bar & Grille-Murfreesboro (0.6 miles)
Sami's Brick Oven Pizzeria (0.7 miles)
Boro Kabob (0.8 miles)
Sir Pizza (1.2 miles)
Cook Out (1.2 miles)
Chuy's (1.2 miles)
Pharmacies
Beckman's Prescription Shop (0.6 miles)
Terrace Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Black's Apothecary (1.2 miles)
Kroger Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Hospitals
Uspi Mid State Endoscopy Center (0.6 miles)
Ecmo Advantage (2.2 miles)
Allergy & Asthma Center PC (2.5 miles)
Parks
Cannonsburgh Village (1 miles)
Old Fort Park (1.6 miles)
Kids' Castle At Old Fort Park (1.6 miles)
Stones River National Battlefield (3.8 miles)
Places of Worship
Experience Community (1.1 miles)
St Marks United Methodist Church (1.9 miles)
Trinity United Methodist Church (2.4 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (1.3 miles)
Starbucks (2 miles)
Panera Bread (2.2 miles)
Just Love Coffee Cafe - The Fountains at Gateway (2.2 miles)
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Building, Architecture, Outdoor, and Entrance
Television
Therapy Room
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181 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Secure, activity-rich environment with shuttle transport.
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