Emerald Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

Emerald Nursing And Rehabilitation Center holds an overall 2-star rating from CMS, which places it below average compared to other nursing homes nationwide. That overall score is shaped by three separate ratings, and the picture here is a bit mixed. The health inspection rating is also 2 stars, meaning state inspectors have cited this facility more frequently or more seriously than the average home - that's worth paying close attention to, since those inspections look at real conditions on the ground like safety, care practices, and how the facility responds to problems. Staffing comes in at 3 stars, which is average, suggesting residents are getting a fairly typical amount of nursing time relative to the number of people living there - not a standout, but not a red flag either. The brightest spot is the 4-star quality measures rating, which is above average and reflects how residents are actually doing physically and clinically across 15 health outcomes, things like fall rates, pressure wounds, and pain management.

The challenge for families is that the health inspection score carries significant weight in pulling the overall rating down, even though the clinical outcomes look relatively good. In practical terms, this means the residents who are there appear to be doing reasonably well health-wise, but the facility has had more regulatory concerns flagged by inspectors than you would ideally want to see. If you are considering Emerald for a loved one, it would be worth asking the facility directly about recent inspection findings and what steps they have taken to address them.

Staffing at Emerald Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is a bit of a mixed picture compared to other Florida nursing homes. On the registered nurse side, this facility actually stands out in a good way, averaging 0.87 RN hours per resident per day compared to the Florida average of 0.52. In practical terms, that means residents here tend to have more access to higher-skilled nurses who can assess health changes, manage medications, and handle more complex care needs throughout the day. Where things shift is with total nurse hours, which includes RNs, LPNs, and certified nursing assistants combined. Emerald comes in at 3.67 hours per resident per day, slightly below the Florida average of 3.87. That gap is not dramatic, but it does suggest that while the facility has strong RN coverage, the overall hands-on care time from all nursing staff is a little lighter than what you might find elsewhere. For families, the takeaway is that your loved one would likely have solid access to skilled nursing attention, but it is worth asking the facility how they structure daily caregiving across all staff levels.

Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a 2-out-of-5-star health inspection rating from the government, which falls below average and is worth taking seriously. The facility has 11 recorded penalties on file, with fines totaling $75,117, and the most recent penalty was issued in February 2024, meaning these are not just old, resolved issues. For families, this kind of track record suggests a pattern that goes beyond an isolated bad day, and it warrants careful attention before making a decision. That does not mean the facility cannot meet your loved one's needs, but it does mean you should ask detailed questions, request recent inspection reports, and ideally visit in person before committing. Families evaluating this facility can compare it to others in Hollywood on the Hollywood nursing homes and assisted living page.

1. How many residents does each certified nursing assistant care for during a typical day shift and overnight shift? You want real numbers here, not a general statement about being "well-staffed." Lower ratios usually mean your loved one gets more attention and faster help when they need it.
2. How often do residents see the same aides and nurses from week to week? High staff turnover is one of the clearest warning signs in any nursing home. If the faces keep changing, it becomes very hard for staff to notice when something is off with a resident.
3. What happens when a resident falls or has a medical emergency in the middle of the night? Ask them to walk you through the actual steps, not just tell you they "follow protocol." You want to know who responds, how fast, and how the family gets notified.
4. Can residents choose when they wake up, when they eat, and how they spend their afternoons? This tells you a lot about whether the facility is run for the convenience of staff or for the comfort of the people living there.
5. How many state inspection citations has this facility received in the last two years, and what were they for? A good facility will answer this honestly. You can also look it up on Medicare's Care Compare website, but asking directly shows you are paying attention.
6. What does your memory care or dementia support look like day to day, even if my loved one does not have dementia right now? Needs change, and a facility that handles cognitive decline well tends to handle overall care well too.

"For more guidance on evaluating facilities, see our guide to questions to ask when choosing a Florida nursing home."