VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Vicar's Landing Nursing Home has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of quality and care. Ranking #136 out of 690 facilities in Florida places it in the top half, while being #2 of 8 in St. Johns County means there is only one better local option. The facility is newly inspected with no recorded issues, reflecting a strong commitment to maintaining high standards. Staffing is rated 5 out of 5 stars, with RN coverage exceeding that of 86% of Florida facilities, though the turnover rate is 46%, which is average for the state. Importantly, the facility has not incurred any fines, suggesting a solid compliance record. Overall, Vicar's Landing Nursing Home appears to be a strong choice for families seeking quality care.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Florida
- #136/690
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Too New
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 46% 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 ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 93 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
- No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent 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
The Ugly 0 deficiencies on record
Clean Inspection Record
This facility has zero deficiencies on record - the average nursing home has 7. Only 1% of facilities nationally achieve a completely clean inspection record.
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.
- • No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Vicar'S Landing's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME 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 Vicar'S Landing Staffed?
CMS rates VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 46%, compared to the Florida average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Vicar'S Landing?
Based on CMS data, VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME has no deficiency citations on record during the current review period. This is relatively uncommon - most facilities receive at least some citations during routine inspections.
Who Owns and Operates Vicar'S Landing?
VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 30 certified beds and approximately 23 residents (about 77% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Florida.
How Does Vicar'S Landing Compare to Other Florida Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Florida, VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (46%) 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 Vicar'S Landing?
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 Vicar'S Landing Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME 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 Vicar'S Landing Stick Around?
VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME has a staff turnover rate of 46%, 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 Vicar'S Landing Ever Fined?
VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME 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 Vicar'S Landing on Any Federal Watch List?
VICAR'S LANDING NURSING HOME 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.