Life Care Center of Punta Gorda
450 Shreve Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 · (941) 639-8771
For profit - Corporation · 180 certified beds
Life Care Center of Punta Gorda has a 3-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in July 2024, found 5 citations, 1 for actual harm or immediate jeopardy (the Florida average is 7.1). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $8,151 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on July 25, 2024 found 5 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.July 25, 2024 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.July 25, 2024 · F0680 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.July 25, 2024 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.July 25, 2024 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.July 25, 2024 · F0690 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 1 citation.
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.July 25, 2024 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $8,151July 25, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Florida average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.91 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.64 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.99 | 0.78 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.28 | 2.31 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 38.3% | 41.4% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 180 |
| Average residents per day | 151.6 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Harbour Health Center Port Charlotte · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Solaris Healthcare Charlotte Harbor Port Charlotte · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Aviata at Santa Barbara Cape Coral · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Rehab & Healthcare Center of Cape Coral Cape Coral · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Gulf Coast Village Cape Coral · Not available
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