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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Solaris Healthcare Pensacola
8475 University Parkway, Pensacola, FL 32514 · Escambia County
95
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 92% full (166 of 180 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 Pensacola's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Solaris Healthcare Pensacola is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pensacola, FL, with 180 certified beds and an average of about 166 residents per day. It operates as part of the Solaris Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.58 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.74 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓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 Pensacola for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 180
- Avg. residents/day
- 166
- Ownership
- For profit - Individual
- Part of a chain
- Solaris Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105561
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
- 3.58
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.74
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 47.7%
- 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)
- 0
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-03-21Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2024-03-21Severity 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.
2024-03-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-03-21Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
2023-01-13Severity J — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2023-01-13Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
2023-01-13Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
2023-01-13Severity 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.
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
- ✓ Library
Location
8475 University Parkway, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Solaris Healthcare Pensacola
How much does Solaris Healthcare Pensacola cost?
Solaris Healthcare Pensacola 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 Solaris Healthcare Pensacola's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Solaris Healthcare Pensacola 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Solaris Healthcare Pensacola?
Staff provide about 3.58 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Solaris Healthcare Pensacola?
Solaris Healthcare Pensacola has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Solaris Healthcare Pensacola have availability?
Typically 92% full (166 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 Solaris Healthcare Pensacola offer?
Solaris Healthcare Pensacola in Pensacola, 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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