Tierra Pines Center

Tierra Pines Center holds an overall 3-star rating from CMS, which puts it at average compared to nursing homes nationwide. That overall score is built from three separate ratings, each measuring something different. The health inspection rating, also 3 stars, reflects the findings from state inspections, meaning the number and seriousness of any citations are in line with what you'd expect from a typical facility. The quality measures rating, likewise 3 stars, looks at 15 clinical indicators like wound care, falls, and pain management, and again lands at average. The area worth a closer look is staffing, which comes in at 2 stars, meaning nurses and aides are spending fewer hours per resident than what you'd see at most comparable facilities. That can affect how quickly staff respond to residents and how much hands-on attention each person receives day to day.

For families, the takeaway is that Tierra Pines is middle-of-the-road in most respects, but the below-average staffing number is something to ask about directly when you visit. It's worth asking what the typical nurse-to-resident ratio looks like on evenings and weekends, since that's often where staffing gaps show up most. A 3-star overall rating doesn't mean the facility is a poor choice, but it does suggest there's room for improvement, and going in with specific questions will help you get a clearer picture of whether it's the right fit for your loved one.

Staffing at Tierra Pines Center runs a bit below what you'd typically see at Florida nursing homes across the state. Residents here receive about 3.25 total nurse hours per day, compared to the Florida average of 3.87 hours, and registered nurse coverage comes in at 0.41 hours per resident daily versus the state average of 0.52. In practical terms, that gap might not sound large on paper, but it can add up over the course of a day. It could mean a nurse is stretched a little thinner during busy times, like morning routines or medication rounds, which is worth keeping in mind if your loved one has more complex medical needs or requires closer monitoring. That said, staffing numbers alone don't tell the whole story, and it's always a good idea to ask the facility directly about how they handle staffing on nights, weekends, and during peak hours.

Tierra Pines Center in Largo holds a 3-out-of-5-star health inspection rating from the federal government, which puts it in the middle of the road compared to other nursing homes nationally. There is one government penalty on record, resulting in a fine of $4,147, with the most recent penalty dated January 30, 2025. A single penalty of this size is not unusual in the nursing home industry, and it does not automatically signal a poorly run facility, but families should ask the facility directly about what led to the citation and what steps were taken to correct it. Taken together, the average inspection rating and one recent penalty suggest a facility worth looking into more closely rather than one to immediately rule out or rush toward. Families evaluating this facility can compare it to others in Largo on the Largo nursing homes and assisted living page.

1. How many residents does each certified nursing assistant typically care for during the day shift, and how does that number change at night and on weekends?
2. How long have your charge nurses and CNAs been working here on average, and what does your staff turnover look like over the past year?
3. If my loved one had a fall or a sudden change in condition overnight, walk me through exactly what happens - who gets called, in what order, and how quickly?
4. Can you show me the most recent state inspection report, and can you explain what any deficiencies listed there were and what you did to fix them?
5. What does a typical Tuesday look like for a resident who needs help with bathing, dressing, and getting to meals - who helps them, at what times, and is it usually the same person each day?
6. If a resident or family member has a complaint or concern, who do they bring it to, and can you give me an example of a complaint that was raised recently and how it was handled?

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