Nursing HomeMedicaid

Gulf Shore Care Center

A middle-range Medicare rating. Review each component and visit in person before deciding.

6767 86th Ave N, Pinellas Park, FL 33782|120 beds|Licensed & active

3/5

Medicare

Inspection

Quality

Staffing

Google rating

5.0/5

based on 22 Google reviews

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Above-median findings in the latest survey (8 vs median 6)

No Medicare penalties on record

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

Gulf Shore Care Center has a middle-range Medicare overall rating. Review the health-inspection, staffing, and quality-measure components separately, then visit in person.

Google Reviews

22 public Google reviews available

[MISMATCH] Reviews describe a assisted living facility (Sunstar Village)

How They Respond to Reviews

32%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

1Given the current staffing rating of 2 stars, how does your administration ensure consistent, personalized attention for all 120 residents throughout the day and night?
2With five recent state violations noted, could you walk us through the specific steps the facility has taken to address those concerns and improve the quality of care?
3How do you balance the needs of your residents to ensure that the health inspection standards are consistently met and maintained?
4What specific activities or social programs are currently in place to keep residents engaged and active within the community?
5In the event of a medical emergency, what is your protocol for notifying family members and coordinating with local hospitals?
6How do you foster a supportive and communicative environment for families to stay updated on their loved one's health and daily well-being?

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Source: 22 Google reviews in the current analysis set

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare public data

RN Hours

0.55hrs

73%

Registered nurses for medical care

Total Nursing

3.37hrs

82%

All nurses + aides combined

Staff Turnover

34%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN Turnover

29%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmarks. Ask the facility how it staffs each shift for current resident needs.

Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating

4/ 5

Better Than Avg

measures

Worse Than Avg

measures

Long-Stay Residents

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better

This Facility19.7%

Worse than Avg

Here

19.7%

12.8%

4.6%

Pinellas

3.2%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better

This Facility3.4%

Better than Avg

Here

3.4%

19.5%

14.4%

Pinellas

19.2%

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility3.0%

Better than Avg

Here

3.0%

19.0%

10.5%

Pinellas

10.8%

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better

This Facility2.2%

Better than Avg

Here

2.2%

15.4%

8.6%

Pinellas

8.4%

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility4.5%

Better than Avg

Here

4.5%

14.1%

9.5%

Pinellas

8.9%

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better

This Facility4.6%

Better than Avg

Here

4.6%

13.9%

8.7%

Pinellas

9.3%

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility99.5%

Better than Avg

Here

99.5%

79.8%

94.7%

Pinellas

92.9%

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility99.7%

Better than Avg

Here

99.7%

82.0%

95.2%

Pinellas

92.6%

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better

This Facility1.5%

Better than Avg

Here

1.5%

1.6%

1.5%

Pinellas

1.8%

Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback

31findings in history

Latest survey: 8 · above FL avg (7.3)

Gulf Shore Care Center shows recurring challenges across multiple surveys, with persistent issues in medication management, emergency preparedness, and safety protocols. The facility has had repeated deficiencies in medication error rates and drug labeling in both 2021 and 2023 surveys, along with ongoing problems with emergency preparedness policies and safety signage. While all cited deficiencies have correction dates, the pattern of recurring issues in critical care areas suggests families should inquire about sustained improvements during their visit.

Mar 25, 2026Routine10 findings

0645Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

0684Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0558Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Nov 9, 2023Routine8 findings

0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0690Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0759Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

0374Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

0741Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Sep 3, 2021Routine13 findings

0550Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

0610Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

0759Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0004Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected