North Dade Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

North Dade Nursing And Rehabilitation Center holds an overall 2-star rating from CMS, which means it falls below average compared to other nursing homes nationally. That overall score is shaped by three separate ratings that each tell a different part of the story, and in this case, those pieces point in very different directions.

The health inspection rating is 1 star, the lowest possible, which reflects a history of citations from state inspections - meaning inspectors found problems, and likely more serious ones than you'd see at a typical facility. That's the piece families should pay closest attention to, since it speaks directly to how well the facility is being run on a day-to-day basis. The staffing rating lands at 3 stars, or average, meaning residents receive a fairly typical amount of nurse time relative to how many people live there - not a standout, but not a concern either. The bright spot is the quality measures rating, which is a perfect 5 stars. That score is based on 15 clinical indicators like how residents are managing with pain, mobility, infections, and other health outcomes, and a top score there suggests the residents are actually doing well physically. The challenge for families is that a strong quality outcome score can't fully offset what the inspection record shows. It's worth digging into the specific inspection findings before making a decision.

North Dade Nursing And Rehabilitation Center comes in above the Florida average when it comes to registered nurse time, with residents receiving about 0.73 RN hours per day compared to the statewide average of 0.52 across Florida nursing homes. In practical terms, that means a bit more access to higher-level nursing care on a daily basis, which can matter when a resident has complex medical needs or needs someone to catch a problem early. On the other hand, total nurse hours across all staff levels run slightly below the Florida average, at 3.58 hours per resident per day versus 3.87 statewide. That gap reflects less time from CNAs and other support staff, who handle much of the hands-on daily care like bathing, meals, and mobility help. So while the RN presence is a plus, families should ask how the facility manages day-to-day personal care tasks given the lower overall staffing numbers.

North Dade Nursing And Rehabilitation Center has a 1-out-of-5-star health inspection rating from the government, which is something families should take seriously. There are 3 recorded penalties against this facility, with total fines adding up to $137,744, and the most recent penalty came in August 2024, meaning these are not just old issues that have since been resolved. A low inspection rating combined with multiple significant fines and a recent penalty is a pattern worth weighing carefully as you consider options for your loved one. Families evaluating this facility can compare it to others in North Miami on the North Miami nursing homes and assisted living page.

1. How many residents does each certified nursing assistant care for during the day shift, and does that number change at night or on weekends?
2. How long have your nurses and CNAs been working here, and what does your staff turnover look like over the past year?
3. If my family member has a fall or a medical change overnight, what is the exact process for notifying us, and who makes that call?
4. Can you walk me through what a typical Tuesday looks like for a resident who doesn't have any scheduled therapy or appointments?
5. How do you handle a situation where a resident or family member has a complaint about their care, and can you give me an example of a recent issue that was resolved?
6. Has this facility been cited for any deficiencies in the last two state inspections, and where can I read the full reports myself?

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