Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center

Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center holds an overall 4-star rating from CMS, which means it performs above average compared to other nursing homes nationwide. That overall score is built from three separate ratings, each measuring something different, and they are weighted and combined into one composite picture. Think of it as a report card where some grades carry more weight than others.

Looking at each piece individually gives you a clearer sense of what you are actually getting. The 3-star health inspection rating is right at the national average, meaning state inspectors found a typical number and severity of citations during their visits. It is not a red flag, but it does suggest there is room for improvement on the compliance side. The staffing rating is a perfect 5 stars, which is genuinely reassuring. It means nurses and aides are spending significantly more time with residents than at most facilities, and that kind of hands-on attention tends to make a real difference in day-to-day care and safety. The 4-star quality measures rating reflects above-average outcomes across 15 clinical benchmarks, things like how well the facility manages pain, prevents infections, and maintains residents' physical functioning. Taken together, the staffing and quality scores are strong, and they pull the overall rating above the national average despite the middling inspection score.

Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center provides notably more nursing coverage than most Florida nursing homes, which is reassuring news for families weighing their options. Residents here receive about 1.36 hours of registered nurse time per day, compared to the Florida average of just 0.52 hours. In practical terms, that means a significantly higher chance that a trained RN is the one checking on your loved one, catching early warning signs, or responding when something feels off. Total nurse hours across all staff come in at 4.40 per resident per day, versus the state average of 3.87, so the overall care team is also spending more hands-on time with each person. These numbers suggest a facility that is not stretched as thin as many others in the state, which can make a real difference in how quickly needs get addressed and how much individual attention residents tend to receive day to day.

Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center has received two government penalties, with fines totaling $20,027, and the most recent penalty was issued in September 2024, which means this is fairly recent history worth paying attention to. The facility holds a 3 out of 5 star health inspection rating, which puts it in the middle of the pack - not a standout record, but not a serious red flag on its own either. For families, the combination of a mid-range inspection rating and two penalties, including one within the past year, suggests it's worth asking the facility directly about what led to those citations and what changes were made in response. No facility is perfect, but recent penalties deserve a straightforward conversation before you make a decision. Families evaluating this facility can compare it to others in Cutler Bay on the Cutler Bay 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 most of your nursing staff been working here, and what do you do to keep turnover low?
3. If my loved one has a fall or a medical concern in the middle of the night, walk me through exactly what happens from the moment staff notice something is wrong.
4. Can I see the most recent state inspection report, and can you explain any deficiencies that were cited?
5. What does a typical Tuesday look like for a resident who is mobile and social, and how does that differ for someone who stays mostly in their room?
6. If my family member is unhappy here or feels their complaints are being ignored, what is the process for raising concerns, and who outside your facility can we contact?

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