Fort Lauderdale, FL · 198 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Fort Lauderdale's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,850–$14,040/mo
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Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach
1615 Miami Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 · Broward County
At Aviata Health Group, we recognize that being a provider of choice means exceeding expectations through every interaction. Our delivery of excellent care isn't just an aspiration, it's a meaningful dedication to understanding the individual needs of each patient through the caring hearts and skilled hands of our peo…
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (55 of 59 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Fort Lauderdale
Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fort Lauderdale, FL, with 59 certified beds and an average of about 55 residents per day. It operates as part of the Aviata Health Group network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.34 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.77 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.34 hrs/resident/day)
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Fort Lauderdale, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 59
- Avg. residents/day
- 55
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Aviata Health Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105578
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 | $10,850–$14,040/mo (median $12,090) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fort Lauderdale 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
- 3.34
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.77
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 28.2%
- 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)
- 13
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-11
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-11Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-09-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-09-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-09-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-09-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2025-09-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
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.
2025-09-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-09-11Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1615 Miami Rd, Fort Lauderdale, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach
How much does Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach cost?
Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fort Lauderdale, FL area typically runs $10,850–$14,040 per month (median $12,090, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach?
Staff provide about 3.34 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach?
Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach have availability?
Typically 93% full (55 of 59 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach offer?
Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach in Fort Lauderdale, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 59 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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