Palm City, FL · 36 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Palm City's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,520–$12,320/mo
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Aviata at Saint Lucie
611 S 13TH St, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 · St. Lucie County
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 75% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Aviata at Saint Lucie is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fort Pierce, FL, with 171 certified beds and an average of about 128 residents per day. It operates as part of the Aviata Health Group network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.90 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.92 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 26 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $65,361 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.90 hrs/resident/day)
- •26 deficiencies at last survey
- •$65,361 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Fort Pierce options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 171
- Avg. residents/day
- 128
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Aviata Health Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105257
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,520–$12,320/mo (median $10,610) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Port St. Lucie prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.90
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.92
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 28.7%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 26
- Federal fines
- 2 ($65,361)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-20
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (64 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2025-07-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-07-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2025-03-20Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2025-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
2025-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-01 | Fine | $55,322 |
| 2024-04-10 | Fine | $10,039 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
611 S 13TH St, Fort Pierce, FL
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Aviata at Saint Lucie cost?
Aviata at Saint Lucie does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fort Pierce, FL area typically runs $9,520–$12,320 per month (median $10,610, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Aviata at Saint Lucie's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Aviata at Saint Lucie 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Aviata at Saint Lucie?
Staff provide about 3.90 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Aviata at Saint Lucie?
Aviata at Saint Lucie has 64 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Aviata at Saint Lucie have availability?
Typically 75% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Aviata at Saint Lucie offer?
Aviata at Saint Lucie in Fort Pierce, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 171 beds.
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