HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
HealthPark Care Center in Fort Myers, Florida, has an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is a highly recommended facility. It ranks #49 out of 690 nursing homes in Florida, placing it in the top half of facilities statewide, and #2 out of 19 in Lee County, meaning only one local option is better. The facility is improving over time, having reduced its issues from one in 2021 to none in 2023. Staffing is a strong point, with a 5-star rating and a turnover rate of just 27%, significantly lower than the state average of 42%, ensuring that staff are experienced and familiar with residents. While the absence of fines is a positive sign, the facility has had some concerns in its inspection findings, such as a lack of proper cleaning and maintenance protocols for CPAP machines and inadequate documentation of follow-up care for surgical wounds. These issues, while categorized as concerns rather than critical problems, highlight areas where the facility could enhance its care practices. Overall, HealthPark Care Center demonstrates strong strengths in staffing and quality, balanced by some procedural weaknesses that families should consider.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Florida
- #49/690
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 27% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 21 points below Florida's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Florida facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 87 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Florida nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 4 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (27%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (27%)
21 points below Florida average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Florida's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 4 deficiencies on record
Nov 2021
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, policy review, resident and staff interview the facility failed to have documentation of physician's orders for follow up care of surgical incision for 1(Resident ...
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Feb 2020
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0551
(Tag F0551)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, review of the facility's policy and procedure, and staff interview the facility failed to have documenta...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, review of facility policy and procedure, resident and staff interview the facility failed to have a system to maintain continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines in a sa...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, review of the facility's policies and procedures, and staff interview the facility failed to maintain a ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (93/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Florida.
- • 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.
- • Only 4 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Healthpark's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much 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 Healthpark Staffed?
CMS rates HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 27%, compared to the Florida average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Healthpark?
State health inspectors documented 4 deficiencies at HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER during 2020 to 2021. These included: 4 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Healthpark?
HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 112 certified beds and approximately 99 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in FORT MYERS, Florida.
How Does Healthpark Compare to Other Florida Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Florida, HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (27%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Healthpark?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Healthpark Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER 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 5-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 Healthpark Stick Around?
Staff at HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 27%, the facility is 19 percentage points below the Florida average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 25%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.
Was Healthpark Ever Fined?
HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER 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 Healthpark on Any Federal Watch List?
HEALTHPARK CARE CENTER 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.