Aviata At Grand Oaks

Aviata At Grand Oaks holds an overall 3-star rating from CMS, which puts it at average compared to nursing homes nationwide. That composite score is shaped by three separate ratings, and in this case they tell a pretty mixed story. The health inspection rating comes in at 2 stars, meaning state inspectors found a higher-than-average number or severity of citations during their visits - something families should ask the facility about directly. Staffing also sits at 2 stars, which reflects that nurses are logging fewer hours per resident than what CMS considers typical - and for families, that can translate to slower response times or less hands-on attention day to day. On the flip side, the quality measures rating is a perfect 5 stars, which is genuinely encouraging. That score is based on 15 clinical indicators like how well residents maintain mobility, avoid infections, or manage pain, so it suggests the care residents actually receive is producing strong real-world health outcomes.

The tension between those scores is worth keeping in mind as you evaluate this facility. Strong quality outcomes despite leaner staffing levels could mean the existing team is working very efficiently, or it could reflect other factors worth exploring. The inspection history is the piece that deserves a closer look - you can ask the facility directly what citations were found and what steps they have taken since. Taken together, the ratings suggest a facility with real strengths in resident health outcomes, but a few areas where families should ask thoughtful questions before making a decision.

Staffing at Aviata At Grand Oaks falls a bit below what you'd typically see at Florida nursing homes in the area. Residents here receive about 3.47 total nurse hours per day, compared to the state average of 3.87, which works out to roughly 24 fewer minutes of nursing attention per resident each day. The registered nurse coverage is also lower, at 0.34 hours per resident versus the state average of 0.52. In practical terms, that means RNs are stretched a bit thinner here than at many comparable facilities, though licensed and certified nursing assistants make up the bulk of daily care at most nursing homes regardless. These numbers are worth keeping in mind if your loved one has complex medical needs that require more hands-on skilled nursing attention throughout the day.

Aviata At Grand Oaks has a 2-out-of-5-star health inspection rating from the government, which is below average and worth paying attention to. The facility has one penalty on record, resulting in a fine of $7,823, with the most recent penalty dated June 2024. A single penalty does not automatically mean a facility is unsafe, but the below-average inspection rating alongside a recent fine suggests families should ask questions and look closely before making a decision. It would be reasonable to ask the facility directly about what led to the penalty and what steps were taken to address it. Families evaluating this facility can compare it to others in Palm Coast on the Palm Coast 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 most of your direct care staff been working here, and what do you do to keep turnover low?
3. Can you walk me through exactly what happens if a resident falls, has a medical emergency, or shows signs of a sudden change in condition?
4. How do you handle a situation where a resident is unhappy, feels mistreated, or wants to make a complaint without fear of it affecting their care?
5. What does a typical day actually look like for a resident who needs help with bathing, dressing, and meals, from the time they wake up to the time they go to bed?
6. Can I see your most recent state inspection report, and can you explain any deficiencies that were cited and what you did to fix them?

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