Skilled Nursing
Pensacola, FL · 24 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Pensacola's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,280–$12,010/mo
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Aviata at University Hills
10040 Hillview Road, Pensacola, FL 32514 · Escambia 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…
75
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (108 of 120 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Pensacola
Aviata at University Hills is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pensacola, FL, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 108 residents per day. It operates as part of the Aviata Health Group network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.34 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.76 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 67%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $28,359 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.34 hrs/resident/day)
- •High staff turnover (67%)
- •$28,359 in federal fines
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Pensacola for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 108
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Aviata Health Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105445
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 | $9,280–$12,010/mo (median $10,350) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Pensacola 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
- 0.76
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 67%
- 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)
- 1
- Federal fines
- 3 ($28,359)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-02Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
2024-09-19Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2024-09-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2024-09-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
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.
2024-09-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2024-09-19Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2024-09-19Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy 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, compar…
2024-09-19Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-11 | Fine | $13,635 |
| 2023-11-20 | Fine | $4,235 |
| 2023-10-30 | Fine | $10,489 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
10040 Hillview Road, Pensacola, 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 University Hills cost?
Aviata at University Hills does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pensacola, FL area typically runs $9,280–$12,010 per month (median $10,350, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Aviata at University Hills's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Aviata at University Hills 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Aviata at University Hills?
Staff provide about 3.34 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 67% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Aviata at University Hills?
Aviata at University Hills has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Aviata at University Hills have availability?
Typically 90% full (108 of 120 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 University Hills offer?
Aviata at University Hills in Pensacola, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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