Nursing home · Sylva, NC
Skyland Care Center
193 Asheville Highway, Sylva, NC 28779 · (828) 586-8935
Skyland Care Center is a 94-bed for-profit nursing home in Sylva, North Carolina (Jackson County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1991. On average it cares for 90 residents a day (about 96% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars; the average in North Carolina is 3.0.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | North Carolina avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.62 | 3.87 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.57 | 0.62 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.23 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 41% | 49% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 14% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | January 23, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 0 below the state average of 5 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Bt2, INC.. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Skyland Care Center?
CMS rates Skyland Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Skyland Care Center have?
94 certified beds, with an average of 90 residents a day.
Does Skyland Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Skyland Care Center?
(828) 586-8935. Address: 193 Asheville Highway, Sylva, NC 28779.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).