Douglas Jacobson State Veterans Nursing Home

Douglas Jacobson State Veterans Nursing Home is a government-owned, state-operated skilled nursing facility located at 21281 Grayton Terrace in Port Charlotte, Florida (Charlotte County). The facility operates 120 certified beds and holds dual certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. As a state veterans nursing home, it is specifically designated to serve eligible veterans in the region. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, reflecting a composite assessment based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average and indicates a greater number or severity of deficiencies identified during inspection cycles. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, reflecting staffing levels that meet or exceed CMS benchmarks for both registered nurses and total nursing staff. The quality measure rating is 3 out of 5, representing performance in the middle range across clinical outcome indicators. The facility maintains an active status with the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) in the state of Florida. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the most recent AHCA inspection records and the CMS Care Compare database for the latest survey date and detailed findings. Douglas Jacobson State Veterans Nursing Home accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, which provides access to federally and state-funded coverage for eligible residents. As a state-operated veterans facility, admission eligibility is generally governed by veteran status criteria established under Florida state policy and the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. Those seeking placement should contact the facility directly at (941) 613-0919 or consult the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs for eligibility and enrollment guidance. When compared to Florida state averages, the facility presents a mixed profile. The staffing rating of 5 out of 5 places it well above the state norm, which is a notable indicator given the documented correlation between staffing levels and resident outcomes in long-term care settings. The overall rating of 3 out of 5 aligns with the statewide median, suggesting performance that is broadly consistent with peer facilities across Florida. However, the health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 falls below the Florida average, which may warrant additional review for those prioritizing inspection history in their evaluation. The quality measure rating of 3 out of 5 is consistent with state and national midpoints. Overall, this facility serves a specialized veteran population and reflects a profile with notable strengths in staffing alongside areas that inspection data indicates require attention.