Plaza Health And Rehab

Plaza Health And Rehab earns an overall 5-star rating from CMS, which is the highest possible score. That composite rating pulls together three separate scores, and this facility does well in two of the three areas. The health inspection rating of 4 stars means state inspectors found fewer or less serious problems here than at most facilities, which is a good sign that the day-to-day care environment is well-managed and relatively safe. The quality measures rating is a perfect 5 stars, meaning residents here tend to fare better than peers at other facilities across 15 tracked health outcomes like wound care, fall rates, and medication management. That's the kind of result that speaks directly to how residents are actually doing physically over time.

The one area worth a closer look is staffing, which comes in at 2 stars, meaning the number of nursing hours per resident falls below average. For families, that could translate to longer waits for assistance or nurses stretched a bit thin on any given shift. It does not necessarily mean care is poor, especially given those strong quality outcomes, but it is a reasonable question to bring up when you tour. Ask how they're staffed on nights and weekends, and whether they use agency nurses to fill gaps. Overall, the 5-star composite reflects a facility that performs well on the big picture, while the staffing score is a helpful reminder to dig a little deeper before making your final decision.

Plaza Health And Rehab provides about 4.02 total nurse hours per resident each day, which is actually a bit higher than the 3.87-hour average seen across Florida nursing homes, so in general terms, residents here are getting slightly more hands-on nursing attention throughout the day. However, the registered nurse coverage tells a different story. RNs at this facility log around 0.41 hours per resident daily, compared to the Florida average of 0.52 hours, meaning residents have somewhat less access to the higher-level clinical judgment that RNs provide compared to many other facilities in the state. In practical terms, that gap in RN time can matter most when a resident has a complex medical issue that needs careful assessment or a medication concern that requires a more experienced clinical eye. The rest of the nursing care appears to be covered by LPNs and aides, who handle much of the daily hands-on support. Overall, the total staffing picture is solid, but families with loved ones who have more complex medical needs may want to ask the facility how RN coverage is scheduled across shifts.

Plaza Health And Rehab has a solid inspection track record. The facility holds a 4-out-of-5-star health inspection rating from the government, which is above average and reflects consistent compliance during surveys. There are no penalties on record and no fines have ever been issued against this facility, which is genuinely good news for families doing their research. Not every facility can say that, so it is worth noting. Overall, this history suggests a facility that has been meeting care standards without the kind of serious violations that trigger government action. You can compare this facility's record against others in Gainesville on the Gainesville 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 staff from leaving?
3. If my loved one falls or has a medical emergency overnight, who specifically responds and how quickly?
4. Can you show me the most recent state inspection report, and how did you address any deficiencies that were cited?
5. How do you handle a resident who refuses medication, meals, or personal care, and who makes decisions when the family cannot be reached right away?
6. What does a typical Tuesday look like for a resident who is mobile and social versus one who stays mostly in their room?

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