Venice Health And Rehabilitation Center

Venice Health And Rehabilitation Center holds an overall 2-star rating from CMS, meaning its performance falls below average compared to other nursing homes nationally. That overall score is a composite that weighs the three sub-ratings together, with health inspections carrying the most influence, which helps explain why the facility lands at 2 stars despite doing reasonably well in other areas.

Looking at the individual pieces, the health inspection rating of 2 stars is the most concerning finding here. It reflects citations that state inspectors issued during their visits, and a below-average score suggests the facility had a higher number of issues, more serious ones, or both. That is something families should dig into, since inspection reports are public and can show exactly what was cited. On the brighter side, the staffing rating comes in at 3 stars, meaning nurse coverage relative to the number of residents is about average, so your loved one is not likely to be in a situation where staff are stretched dramatically thin. The quality measures rating is actually encouraging at 4 stars, which means the facility performs above average across 15 clinical indicators like infection rates, fall injuries, and how well residents maintain physical function. In practical terms, the care outcomes residents experience day-to-day appear solid, but the inspection history raises questions worth asking directly before making a decision.

Staffing at Venice Health And Rehabilitation Center is a bit of a mixed picture compared to other Florida nursing homes. On the registered nurse side, residents here actually get slightly more RN time than the state average, about 0.56 hours per resident per day versus Florida's average of 0.52 hours. In practical terms, that small difference is not dramatic, but it does mean a bit more access to higher-level nursing judgment throughout the day. Where things shift is in total nurse hours, which includes CNAs and other nursing staff. At 3.59 hours per resident per day, the facility comes in below the Florida average of 3.87 hours. That gap adds up over the course of a day and could mean slightly less hands-on help with things like bathing, meals, and repositioning for residents who need regular assistance. Neither number is alarming on its own, but families caring for a loved one with higher physical needs may want to ask the facility directly how staffing is distributed across shifts.

Venice Health and Rehabilitation Center has a 2-out-of-5-star health inspection rating from the federal government, which is below average and worth taking seriously as you weigh your options. The facility has one government penalty on record, resulting in a fine of $11,450, with the most recent penalty issued in June 2023. One penalty does not make a facility dangerous, but the combination of a low inspection rating and a recent fine suggests this is a place where you will want to ask pointed questions, request to see recent inspection reports, and ideally visit in person before making a decision. Families evaluating this facility can compare it to others in Venice on the Venice 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. Can you walk me through exactly what happens when a resident has a fall, including how quickly family members are notified and what follow-up care looks like?
4. If my loved one needs help getting to the bathroom at night, how long should they expect to wait after pressing the call button?
5. What does a typical weekday look like for a resident who isn't leaving for appointments, and how do you make sure people who prefer to stay in their rooms still get regular social interaction?
6. Can you show me your most recent state inspection report and explain any deficiencies that were cited, including what changes were made afterward?

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