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5.0CMS rating
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Est. $9,590–$12,410/mo
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Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center
255 59TH St N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33710 · Pinellas County
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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 88% full (158 of 180 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 Saint Petersburg
Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Saint Petersburg, FL, with 180 certified beds and an average of about 158 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.83 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.8%, 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
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.98 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Saint Petersburg, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 180
- Avg. residents/day
- 158
- Ownership
- Non profit - Other
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105504
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 | $9,590–$12,410/mo (median $10,690) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local St. Petersburg 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
- 3.98
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.83
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 48.8%
- 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
- 2024-03-21
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (17 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-03-21Severity F — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2024-03-21Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2024-03-21Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
2024-03-21Severity E — 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…
2024-03-21Severity E — 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.
2024-03-21Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-03-21Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-03-21Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
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
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
Location
255 59TH St N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center
How much does Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center cost?
Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Saint Petersburg, FL area typically runs $9,590–$12,410 per month (median $10,690, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center?
Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center?
Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-03-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center have availability?
Typically 88% full (158 of 180 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center offer?
Marion and Bernard L Samson Nursing Center in Saint Petersburg, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 180 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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