St Johns Nursing Center
3075 Nw 35th Ave · Lauderdale Lakes, FL · 33311 · 9547396233
181 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.93 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.73 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.61 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 17% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $25,155 |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F March 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G September 21, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G September 21, 2023
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 21, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 21, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected October 21, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 26, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 24, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 26, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected June 24, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 26, 2022
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected June 24, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 26, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected June 24, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 26, 2022
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected June 24, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 26, 2022
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected June 24, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 26, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected June 24, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 21, 2023 | Fine | $25,155 |
Family & resident reviews — a separate signal, never mixed into the score
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105371 · certified since September 19, 1980. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.