Solaris Healthcare Osceola

Solaris Healthcare Osceola holds a 4-star overall rating from CMS, which means it performs above average compared to nursing homes across the country. That overall score is a composite built from three separate ratings, each measuring something different about how the facility operates. The health inspection rating comes in at 4 stars, meaning state inspectors found fewer or less serious issues here than at most facilities, which is a good sign that the home is being run carefully and safely. The quality measures rating is also 4 stars, reflecting above-average outcomes across 15 clinical indicators like how well the staff manages residents' pain, prevents infections, or minimizes falls. Those are the kinds of day-to-day health results that tell you a lot about the care residents actually receive.

The one area worth keeping an eye on is staffing, which sits at 3 stars, meaning it's right around average for nurse time per resident. It doesn't signal a problem, but it does mean families should feel comfortable asking questions like how many residents each nurse typically cares for on a given shift. Staffing levels can affect how quickly a loved one gets help when they need it, so it's a reasonable thing to discuss during a tour. Overall though, two out of three sub-ratings coming in above average, combined with a solid 4-star composite, suggests Solaris Healthcare Osceola is a facility that performs well in most of the areas that matter most to families.

Staffing at Solaris Healthcare Osceola is a bit of a mixed picture compared to other Florida nursing homes. On the registered nurse side, this facility actually comes in above the state average, with residents receiving about 0.75 RN hours per day compared to Florida's average of 0.52. In practical terms, that means a bit more time with a higher-credentialed nurse who can assess changing conditions, manage medications, and handle more complex care needs. However, when you look at total nurse hours, which includes CNAs and other nursing staff, the facility's 3.54 hours per resident per day falls somewhat below the Florida average of 3.87 hours. That gap might show up in the everyday hands-on help residents need, like assistance with bathing, dressing, meals, and getting around. Neither number tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth asking during a visit how staffing holds up on nights and weekends, when coverage tends to thin out at most facilities.

Solaris Healthcare Osceola has a solid 4-out-of-5-star health inspection rating, which puts it above average compared to many nursing homes in Florida. That said, there is one government penalty on record, with a fine of $16,452 issued as recently as October 2024. A single penalty does not automatically signal a poorly run facility, but the recent timing is worth noting. Families should ask the facility directly about what led to that citation and what steps were taken to address it. Overall, the inspection picture here is reasonably positive, but that recent fine is a reasonable conversation starter before making any decisions. Families evaluating this facility can compare it to others in Saint Cloud on the Saint Cloud nursing homes and assisted living page.

1. How many residents does each certified nursing assistant care for during a typical day shift and night shift, and has that number changed in the past year?
2. How long have your nursing staff been working here on average, and what is your staff turnover rate over the last 12 months?
3. If my loved one has a concern or complaint, who specifically do they talk to, and can you walk me through what happened the last time a resident raised a complaint?
4. How do you handle residents who are at risk of falls, and can you show me what that process actually looks like day to day?
5. What does a typical Tuesday look like for a resident who does not have any scheduled medical appointments, from the time they wake up to the time they go to sleep?
6. Has this facility been cited for any deficiencies in the last two state inspections, and if so, what specific steps did you take to fix the problem?

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