WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has received a Trust Grade of A, indicating that it is an excellent facility that is highly recommended. It ranks #149 out of 690 nursing homes in Florida, placing it in the top half, and #6 out of 8 in Okaloosa County, meaning only two local options are better. The facility is improving, having reduced its issues from 2 in 2022 to 1 in 2025. Staffing is a relative strength with a 4/5 star rating, but the 47% turnover rate is average compared to the state average of 42%. Notably, the center has incurred no fines, which is a positive sign, but it has less RN coverage than 86% of Florida facilities, indicating a potential gap in nursing oversight. However, there have been some concerning incidents noted by inspectors. For example, the facility failed to provide comprehensive care plans for two residents who required assistance with daily living activities. Additionally, a resident with a stage 3 pressure ulcer did not receive proper wound care, as the supplies were not handled in a sanitary manner, raising infection risks. Lastly, one resident who smoked was observed without staff supervision, which posed safety hazards. While Westwood has strong overall ratings and no fines, families should consider these weaknesses when making their decision.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Florida
- #149/690
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 47% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Florida facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 30 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Florida. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Florida avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 3 deficiencies on record
Apr 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to provide a comprehensive plan of care for 2 of 2 residents sampled for care plans. (Resident #21 and #24)
The findings incl...
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Sept 2022
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure staff provide appropriate care and services to promote healing and prevent cross contamination o...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, record review, and policy review, the facility failed to implement safety precautions related...
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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 (90/100). 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 3 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 Westwood's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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 Westwood Staffed?
CMS rates WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 47%, compared to the Florida average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Westwood?
State health inspectors documented 3 deficiencies at WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER during 2022 to 2025. These included: 3 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Westwood?
WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by MAXIMUS HEALTHCARE GROUP, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 60 certified beds and approximately 49 residents (about 82% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in FORT WALTON BEACH, Florida.
How Does Westwood Compare to Other Florida Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Florida, WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (47%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Westwood?
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 Westwood Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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 Westwood Stick Around?
WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 47%, which is about average for Florida nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Westwood Ever Fined?
WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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 Westwood on Any Federal Watch List?
WESTWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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.