Whispering Oaks
1514 E Chelsea St, Tampa, FL 33610 · (813) 238-6406
For profit - Limited Liability company · 236 certified beds
Whispering Oaks has a 3-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in February 2026, found 9 citations (the Florida average is 7.1). It hasn't been fined in the last three years.
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 February 12, 2026 found 9 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.February 12, 2026 · F0644 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesFebruary 12, 2026 · F0645 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.February 12, 2026 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.February 12, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.February 12, 2026 · F0554 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- 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.February 12, 2026 · F0584 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.February 12, 2026 · F0656 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.February 12, 2026 · F0677 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.February 12, 2026 · F0757 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 1 citation.
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.November 19, 2025 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
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 | 3.33 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.77 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.47 | 0.78 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.09 | 2.31 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 30.9% | 41.4% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 236 |
| Average residents per day | 229.6 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Canterbury Towers Inc Tampa · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Excel Care Center Tampa · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Northdale Rehabilitation Center Tampa · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Palm Garden of Tampa Tampa · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Carrollwood Care Center Tampa · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
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