Sea Breeze Rehab And Nursing Center

Sea Breeze Rehab And Nursing Center holds an overall 3-star rating from CMS, which means it falls in the average range compared to nursing homes nationwide. That overall rating is built from three separate scores, each measuring something different, so it helps to look at what's underneath it. The health inspection rating, also 3 stars, reflects state inspection results and suggests the facility had a typical number of citations for its size, nothing unusually concerning but not a standout record either. The quality measures rating, likewise 3 stars, is based on 15 clinical indicators like fall rates, pressure sores, and residents' ability to maintain daily function, so average here means outcomes for residents are in line with what you'd see at most facilities.

The one area worth paying attention to is staffing, which came in at 2 stars, meaning below average. This rating looks at how many hours of nursing care residents receive each day relative to how many residents are living there. A lower staffing number can translate to longer wait times when a resident needs help, less one-on-one attention, and more strain on the nurses and aides who are there. It doesn't automatically mean the care is unsafe, but it is something families should ask about directly when visiting, specifically about staff-to-resident ratios on weekends and overnight shifts, since those are often when coverage dips.

Staffing levels at Sea Breeze Rehab And Nursing Center are a bit of a mixed picture compared to other Florida nursing homes. On the registered nurse side, the facility actually edges out the state average slightly, with 0.54 RN hours per resident per day compared to Florida's average of 0.52. In practical terms, that difference is small, but it does mean residents here get a marginally higher share of time from the most highly trained nursing staff. Where the gap becomes more noticeable is in total nurse hours, which includes RNs, LPNs, and certified nursing assistants combined. Sea Breeze comes in at 3.40 total nurse hours per resident per day, while the Florida average is 3.87. That half-hour difference might not sound like much on paper, but spread across a full day it can affect how quickly call lights get answered, how much time staff have to assist with meals and mobility, and the general attentiveness residents experience. It is worth asking the facility directly how they schedule their team and how they handle staffing on nights and weekends, when coverage at many facilities tends to run thinner.

Sea Breeze Rehab And Nursing Center has a middle-of-the-road health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which suggests the facility meets basic standards but has some room for improvement. There is one government penalty on record, resulting in a fine of $3,728, with the most recent penalty dated March 2023. A single penalty of this size is relatively modest compared to facilities with repeated violations or much larger fines, but it is still worth asking the facility directly about what happened and what steps were taken to address it. Overall, this history does not raise serious red flags, but families should factor it into their broader research alongside staffing levels, services offered, and in-person visits. Families evaluating this facility can compare it to others in Vero Beach on the Vero Beach nursing homes and assisted living page.

1. How many residents does each certified nursing assistant care for during a typical day shift and a typical night shift?
2. What happens when a resident pushes the call button, and how long does it usually take for someone to respond?
3. Can you show me the most recent state inspection report, and how did the facility address any deficiencies that were cited?
4. How do you handle a situation where a resident's condition changes suddenly in the middle of the night?
5. How long have most of your nursing staff and aides been working here, and what does turnover look like over the past year?
6. What does a typical day actually look like for a resident who needs help with most daily activities, from the time they wake up to the time they go to bed?

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