RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 25 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Florida (2026)

The top 25 of 689 CMS-certified nursing homes in Florida, ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

6940.9 per 30K residentsBelow national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.2/5
+0.2 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$71K+$405 vs national avgNational avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeRiviera Beach, FL

Edward J Healey Rehabilitation And Nursing Center

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
120 BedsInspected Dec 2024

Above Florida avg of 3.2

5101 West Blue Heron BlvdRiviera Beach, FL 33418

(561) 842-6111

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeLand O Lakes, FL

Baldomero Lopez Memorial Veterans Nursing Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
120 BedsInspected Jan 2022

Above Florida avg of 3.2

6919 Parkway BlvdLand O Lakes, FL 34639

(813) 558-5000

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomePanama City, FL

Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
120 BedsInspected Feb 2024

Above Florida avg of 3.2

4419 Tram RoadPanama City, FL 32404

(850) 747-5401

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomePembroke Pines, FL

Memorial Manor

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
120 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Above Florida avg of 3.2

777 South Douglas RoadPembroke Pines, FL 33025

(954) 276-6200

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51 Penalty

Nursing HomeFort Myers, FL

Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
75 BedsInspected Oct 2023

Above Florida avg of 3.2

13960 Plantation RoadFort Myers, FL 33912

(239) 343-1705

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61 Penalty

Nursing HomeMiami, FL

Jackson Memorial Long Term Care Center

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
180 BedsInspected Aug 2025

Above Florida avg of 3.2

2500 Nw 22nd AveMiami, FL 33142

(786) 466-3000

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeSaint Augustine, FL

Clyde E Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
120 BedsInspected Aug 2025

Above Florida avg of 3.2

4650 State Rd 16Saint Augustine, FL 32092

(904) 940-2193

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeMarianna, FL

Marianna Health And Rehabilitation

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
180 BedsInspected Jan 2025

Above Florida avg of 3.2

4295 5th AvenueMarianna, FL 32446

(850) 482-8091

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93 Penalties

Nursing HomeCutler Bay, FL

Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
163 BedsInspected Oct 2024

Above Florida avg of 3.2

19590 Old Cutler RoadCutler Bay, FL 33157

(786) 466-3500

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101 Penalty

Nursing HomePort Saint Lucie, FL

Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
120 BedsInspected Jun 2025

Below Florida avg of 3.2

13000 Sw Tradition ParkwayPort Saint Lucie, FL 34987

(772) 241-6132

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111 Penalty

Nursing HomeDaytona Beach, FL

Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
120 BedsInspected Oct 2024

Below Florida avg of 3.2

1920 Mason AvenueDaytona Beach, FL 32117

(386) 274-3460

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122 Penalties

Nursing HomeJacksonville, FL

Cedar Hill Nursing And Rehab Center

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
120 BedsInspected Aug 2024

Below Florida avg of 3.2

5888 Blanding BlvdJacksonville, FL 32244

(904) 772-1220

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1310 Penalties

Nursing HomePort Charlotte, FL

Douglas Jacobson State Veterans Nursing Home

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
120 BedsInspected Aug 2025

Below Florida avg of 3.2

21281 Grayton TerracePort Charlotte, FL 33954

(941) 613-0919

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141 Penalty

Nursing HomePembroke Pines, FL

Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing

Government

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
120 BedsInspected Jul 2025

Below Florida avg of 3.2

8401 W Cypress DrPembroke Pines, FL 33025

(954) 985-4824

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1511 Penalties

Nursing HomeOrlando, FL

Alwyn C Cashe State Veterans Nursing Home

Government

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
112 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Below Florida avg of 3.2

5255 Raymond StOrlando, FL 32803

(407) 741-4614

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Florida

#29of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Below the median for overall health outcomes (rank 29 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+24.0%

    About 36% higher than the national average of 17.7%.

    Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy78.1 yrs

    A little higher than the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover42.5%

    About 8% lower than the national average of 46.4%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Florida →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Florida?

Florida has 694 nursing homes in the full directory. This rankings page evaluated 689 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Florida?

Nursing homes in Florida average 3.2 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Florida is penalized?

Among Florida nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $71K. The national nursing-home average is $71K.

How does Florida compare with the national average?

Florida averages 3.2 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $71K versus $71K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

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