Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
8333 W Okeechobee Road · Hialeah Gardens, FL · 33016 · 3055569900
214 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Ventura Services
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.72 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.22 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.38 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 5, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 5, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026
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 April 3, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
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 September 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 13, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 13, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 13, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 13, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 13, 2023
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected May 13, 2023 · Administration
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105554 · certified since February 27, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.