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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Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie
1751 Se Hillmoor Drive, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952 · St. Lucie County
Palm Garden of Port St. Lucie is a premier provider of short-term, long-term care and rehabilitation in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
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ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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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.
One of Port Saint Lucie's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Port Saint Lucie, FL, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 108 residents per day. It operates as part of the Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.58 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.53 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 16.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.58 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Port Saint Lucie for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 108
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105600
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
- 3.58
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.53
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 16.9%
- 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)
- 6
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2024-07-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-07-25Severity 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.
2024-07-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
2024-07-25Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-07-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-07-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-07-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2023-05-04Severity 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.
2023-05-04Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
1751 Se Hillmoor Drive, Port Saint Lucie, FL
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie cost?
Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Port Saint Lucie, 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 Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie?
Staff provide about 3.58 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 16.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie?
Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-07-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie 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 Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie offer?
Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie in Port Saint Lucie, 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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