What is the average nursing home staffing level in Tallahassee?

Tallahassee nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.30 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.98 RN HPRD. The Florida state average is 3.72 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Tallahassee?

Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.

Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Tallahassee?

Yes — Florida Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Florida-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Tallahassee, FL Nursing Home Staffing

8 facilities · City avg 4.30 HPRD · 2 rated 5 stars

Facilities

4.30

Avg Total HPRD

0.98

Avg RN HPRD

2/8

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Florida avg 3.72 total HPRD / 0.64 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Tallahassee

Sorted by CMS overall star rating. Click any facility for full staffing charts and penalty history.

TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL EXTENDED CARE

TALLAHASSEE, FL · Non profit

5★

5★

8.75

4.01

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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WESTMINSTER OAKS

TALLAHASSEE, FL · Non profit

5★

4★

3.79

0.80

CENTRE POINTE HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER

TALLAHASSEE, FL · For profit

4★

4★

4.16

0.57

PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD

TALLAHASSEE, FL · For profit

4★

3★

3.80

0.67

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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SEVEN HILLS HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER

TALLAHASSEE, FL · For profit

3★

2★

3.70

0.53

AVIATA AT TALLAHASSEE

TALLAHASSEE, FL · For profit

2★

2★

3.33

0.35

AVIATA AT THE GARDENS - TALLAHASSEE

TALLAHASSEE, FL · For profit

2★

3★

3.22

0.42

MIRACLE HILL NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER, INC

TALLAHASSEE, FL · Non profit

2★

4★

3.62

0.45

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Tallahassee?: Tallahassee nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.30 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.98 RN HPRD. The Florida state average is 3.72 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Tallahassee?: Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.
Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Tallahassee?: Yes — Florida Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Florida-specific limits and the look-back period.

Data: CMS Payroll-Based Journal via Care Compare. Updated every 24 hours via ISR.