Pine Trail Nursing And Rehab Center

Pine Trail Nursing And Rehab Center has an overall 2-star rating, which places it below average compared to other nursing homes nationwide. That overall score is a composite of three separate ratings, and in this case, the pieces tell very different stories. The health inspection rating is 1 star, meaning state inspectors found a notably higher number of citations, or more serious ones, than you would typically see at other facilities. That is the piece that pulls the overall score down the most, and it is worth paying close attention to, since those inspections look at whether a facility is meeting basic care and safety standards. The staffing rating sits at 3 stars, which is average, meaning residents are getting a fairly typical amount of nursing time relative to the number of people living there - not a red flag, but not a standout either.

The bright spot here is the quality measures rating, which is 5 stars - the highest possible. That score is based on 15 clinical indicators like how well the facility manages pain, prevents pressure sores, and maintains residents' physical function. It suggests that despite the inspection concerns, residents are actually experiencing solid health outcomes day to day. For families, this mix means you should definitely dig into the details of those inspection findings before making a decision, but do not write the facility off entirely. A place can have real strengths alongside real areas of concern, and understanding both gives you a clearer picture.

Staffing at Pine Trail Nursing And Rehab Center is a bit of a mixed picture. On the registered nurse (RN) side, residents here receive about 0.57 hours of RN time per day, which is slightly above the Florida average of 0.52 hours. That small difference might not sound like much, but it can matter when a resident needs someone with clinical training to catch a change in condition or manage a medication concern. Where things fall short is in total nurse hours, which includes RNs, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants combined. Pine Trail comes in at 3.09 total nurse hours per resident per day, compared to the Florida average of 3.87. In practical terms, that gap means staff members at this facility may be stretched thinner across more residents during a typical shift, which can affect how quickly call lights get answered, how much time aides have for bathing and repositioning, and the overall pace of hands-on care throughout the day. Families comparing Florida nursing homes should keep in mind that total nurse hours often give a fuller picture of day-to-day care than any single number alone.

Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center has a 1-out-of-5-star health inspection rating from the government, which is the lowest possible score and worth taking seriously as you weigh your options. The facility has one penalty on record, resulting in a fine of $11,454, with the most recent penalty dated December 20, 2024. A single penalty does not automatically make a facility unsafe, but the combination of a bottom-tier inspection rating and a recent fine suggests this is a place where you would want to ask detailed questions, request to see recent inspection reports, and perhaps make an unannounced visit before making any decisions. Families evaluating this facility can compare it to others in Lake Worth on the Lake Worth nursing homes and assisted living page.

1. How many residents does each certified nursing assistant typically care for during a day shift, and does that number change on nights and weekends?
2. How long have most of your nurses and aides been working here, and what is your staff turnover rate over the past year?
3. If my family member has a problem or a complaint, who exactly do I talk to, and can you show me how that process works?
4. How do you handle a resident who refuses a meal, misses activities for several days in a row, or seems withdrawn - what steps does your staff actually take?
5. Has this facility received any state citations or fines in the past two years, and can I see the most recent state inspection report?
6. What does a typical weekday look like for a resident who needs moderate help with daily tasks - walk me through their day from morning to evening?

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