Primarily long-term care, limited rehab
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

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Desert Cove Nursing Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Chandler. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Desert Cove is trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living are the centers of Desert Cove services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
151 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 43 | 0 | 43 | 12,332 | 92 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 7,301 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,944 | 91 | 99% | 10 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 924 | 74 | 80% | 7.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 568 | 57 | 62% | 8.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 563 | 81 | 88% | 6.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 550 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 460 | 66 | 72% | 6.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 455 | 63 | 68% | 7.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 445 | 60 | 65% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 444 | 67 | 73% | 6.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 399 | 37 | 40% | 10.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 379 | 69 | 75% | 4.9 |
| Administrator | 3 | 0 | 3 | 288 | 31 | 34% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 126 | 14 | 15% | 9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 81 | 28 | 30% | 2.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 42 | 3 | 3% | 10.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 29 | 3 | 3% | 9.5 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
8% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
72% of new residents, often for short stays.
20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Desert Cove Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
2.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Chandler's city center to Desert Cove Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 6.25 miles to nearest hospital (Banner Children's at Desert | Mesa, AZ | Dobson Rd.)
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Desert Cove Nursing Center is located in Chandler, Arizona.
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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Desert Cove Nursing Center has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Desert Cove Nursing Center's occupancy is 52.8%.
Yes — there are 32 photos of Desert Cove Nursing Center in the photo gallery on this page.
(480) 899-0641 will put you in contact with the team at Desert Cove Nursing Center.
Yes — Desert Cove Nursing Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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