PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
PruittHealth - Southwood in Tallahassee, Florida has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #262 out of 690 nursing homes in Florida, placing it in the top half of facilities statewide, and #5 out of 8 in Leon County, meaning only a few local options are better. The facility's trend is stable, with the same number of issues reported in 2024 and 2025, and it boasts a good staffing rating with a turnover rate of 41%, which is below the state average. However, there have been some concerns; for example, the facility did not provide specialized rehabilitative services as required for two residents, and there was a failure to report an allegation of abuse for another resident. On a positive note, there have been no fines recorded, which is reassuring for families considering this facility.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Florida
- #262/690
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 41% turnover. Near Florida's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Florida facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 45 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Florida. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ○ Average
- 9 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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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 below average (41%)
7 points below Florida average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Florida avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 9 deficiencies on record
Sept 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0825
(Tag F0825)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to provide specialized rehabilitative services as indicated in the comprehensive plan of care and physician orders for 2...
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Jul 2025
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff interviews, record review, and policy review, the facility failed to immediately identify and report allegations of abuse to the state survey agency for 1 of 1 sampled residents. (Resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to implement the baseline care plan for 1 of 2 individ...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review, interviews and facility policy review, the facility failed to develop a care plan for 2 of...
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Apr 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0554
(Tag F0554)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview, record review and policy review, the facility failed to ensure the interdisciplinary team assessed and determined if a resident was capable o...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0661
(Tag F0661)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to complete and submit the discharge minimum data set for 4 of 5...
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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
Resident #18:
On 04/09/24 at 02:45 PM, Resident #18 was observed to be semi reclined in bed with bilateral (both) lower extremities (BLE) elevated on pillows and wearing non-skid socks. The skin of th...
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Jan 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to accurately document the administration of pain medications for 2 o...
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Dec 2022
1 deficiency
MINOR
(C)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0801
(Tag F0801)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on staff interviews, the facility failed to employ a qualified staff member to serve as the director of food and nutrition services.
The findings include:
On 12/28/22 at 9:31 AM, an interview w...
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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 B+ (80/100). 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.
- • 41% turnover. Below Florida's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Pruitthealth - Southwood's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD 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 Pruitthealth - Southwood Staffed?
CMS rates PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 41%, compared to the Florida average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Pruitthealth - Southwood?
State health inspectors documented 9 deficiencies at PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD during 2022 to 2025. These included: 8 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Pruitthealth - Southwood?
PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD 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 PRUITTHEALTH, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 101 certified beds and approximately 90 residents (about 89% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in TALLAHASSEE, Florida.
How Does Pruitthealth - Southwood Compare to Other Florida Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Florida, PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (41%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Pruitthealth - Southwood?
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 Pruitthealth - Southwood Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD 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 Pruitthealth - Southwood Stick Around?
PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD has a staff turnover rate of 41%, 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 Pruitthealth - Southwood Ever Fined?
PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD 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 Pruitthealth - Southwood on Any Federal Watch List?
PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD 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.