NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU)
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Northwest Florida Community Hospital (SNU) has a Trust Grade of B, which indicates it is a good choice among nursing homes. It ranks #239 out of 690 facilities in Florida, placing it in the top half, and #2 out of 2 in Washington County, meaning only one local option is better. The facility is improving, with the number of issues found decreasing from 2 in 2024 to 1 in 2025. However, staffing is a concern, as it received a poor rating of 1 out of 5 stars and has a high turnover rate of 86%, significantly above the state average of 42%. On a positive note, there have been no fines, and the facility offers more RN coverage than 98% of Florida nursing homes, which is beneficial for resident care. Some specific incidents of concern include improper food storage practices, where outdated food items were found in the kitchen, and issues with medication management, such as expired medications present for some residents. Additionally, there was a failure to accurately document and communicate the Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) status for a resident, which could lead to serious consequences in an emergency. Overall, while there are strengths in RN coverage and an improving trend, families should be aware of staffing challenges and specific compliance issues.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Florida
- #239/690
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 86% turnover. Very high, 38 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Florida facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 32 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Florida. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 6 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
39pts above Florida avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
38 points above Florida average of 48%
The Ugly 6 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to store food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. The findings include:On the initial tour of the...
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Sept 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Resident #23:
The chart for Resident #23 had a sticker stating NO CODE. A Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) form was not found in the chart of Resident #23. The medication administration record (MAR) code stat...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, staff interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to store and discard medications properly for 3...
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Oct 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on resident record review, staff interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to refer a resident with a dia...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0740
(Tag F0740)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record review the facility failed to provide behavior health services to maintain the high...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Resident #12
On 10/02/2023 a review of Resident #12's medical record was performed which revealed diagnoses of Parkinson's Disease, Hypertension, Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease, Anxiety Disorder, D...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Florida facilities.
- • 86% turnover. Very high, 38 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
About This Facility
What is Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu)'s CMS Rating?
CMS assigns NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU) an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Florida, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu) Staffed?
CMS rates NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU)'s staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 86%, which is 39 percentage points above the Florida average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu)?
State health inspectors documented 6 deficiencies at NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU) during 2023 to 2025. These included: 6 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu)?
NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU) is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 34 certified beds and approximately 32 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in CHIPLEY, Florida.
How Does Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu) Compare to Other Florida Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Florida, NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU)'s overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (86%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu)?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu) Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU) has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Florida. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu) Stick Around?
Staff turnover at NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU) is high. At 86%, the facility is 39 percentage points above the Florida average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu) Ever Fined?
NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU) has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Snu) on Any Federal Watch List?
NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU) is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.