Total staff
160
Employees
152
Contractors
8
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Life Care Center of Palm Bay
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Palm Bay, FL
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Life Care Center of Palm Bay
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Palm Bay, FL
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Life Care Center of Palm Bay accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Life Care Center of Palm Bay
Life Care Center of Palm Bay is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Palm Bay, FL. This long-term care facility provides 24 hour skilled nursing care and security to its patients and residents, as well as medication management, post surgical care, wound care, IV therapy and infection management.
The long-term residents of this care facility are confident that their care is in good hands, with the meal services prepared by certified dieticians, housekeeping and laundry services, and access to library and landscaped grounds. The whole facility itself is also smoke free and pet friendly, providing opportunities for patients and residents alike to breathe fresh air and bond with furry companions.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 89th out of 252 homes in Florida. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 89th out of 252 homes in Florida. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 4m per day
Rank #89 / 252Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 252 homes in Florida. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Florida average, with a ranking across 252 Florida SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Florida avg
+1%
Standout metric
Weekend RN is +53% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 59m per day | ▲ 34% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 29m per day | ▼ 38% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 18m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 2h 20m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 16m per day | ▼ 7% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 7m per day | ▲ 40% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 49m per day | ▲ 53% State avg: 32m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Types of Care at Life Care Center of Palm Bay
Skilled Nursing
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
94%
Rank #42 / 255Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 255 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Florida average, with its Statewide rank out of 255. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
76 days
Occupancy rate
94%
Rank #42 / 255Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 255 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Florida average, with its Statewide rank out of 255. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
76 days
Walk Score: 32 / 100 Rank #887 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 887th out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
AwardsBest Nursing Home - U.S. News & World Report 2026
Safety Features24-hour security and fire safety systems
Rehabilitation Services
24-Hour Staffing
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Community Re-Entry Program
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flat-Screen Tvs
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Library
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services
ActivitiesDaily activity schedule available.
Specific ProgramsAlzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Religious ServicesYes
Food DescriptionLife Care Center of Palm Bay offers fine dining programs and has an in-house ice cream parlor.
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
1.26:1
14% worse than Florida average
Avg staff/day
79
Average shift
7.6 hours
0% compared with Florida average
Total staff hours (quarter)
55,008
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
26
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
16
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
69
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
0.7%
364 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3
Occupational Therapy Aide: 3
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 69 | 0 | 69 | 28,021 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 26 | 0 | 26 | 9,946 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5,324 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Dietitian | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,895 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,521 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,432 | 80 | 87% | 7.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,403 | 65 | 71% | 8.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,034 | 85 | 92% | 6.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 5 | 1 | 6 | 934 | 67 | 73% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 550 | 70 | 76% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 541 | 72 | 78% | 7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 459 | 60 | 65% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 415 | 54 | 59% | 7.7 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 243 | 47 | 51% | 5.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 200 | 38 | 41% | 5.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 65 | 4 | 4% | 16.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 44 | 3 | 3% | 14.5 |
69 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
26 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
16 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
5 Dietitian
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
72%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
87%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
71%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
92%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
73%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
76%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
78%
1 Administrator
% of Days
72%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
65%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
62%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
59%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
51%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
41%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
4%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Penalties and fines
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$52K Rank #206 / 257Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 206th out of 257 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Florida average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 257 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
28% lower than Florida averageFlorida average: $72K
Number of fines
1
62% fewer fines than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.6
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$52K
Florida average
$72K
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.7
10% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 7.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.7
19% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.4
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.2%
31% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 10.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.3%
42% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.9%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.6%
38% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 13.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.4%
8% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
20% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.2%
80% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
84% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 3.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
2.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
2.4%
70% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 8.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 97.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 99.2%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.86
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.86
59% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.10
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.13
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.13
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 1.18
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.4%
5% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.3%
81% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
5% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.7%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.0%
12% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 26.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.2%
10% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 9.3%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.4%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.4%
51% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
72.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
72.3%
35% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.1%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.1%
13% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
46% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
39% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
127
Medicare
15
11.8% of residents
Medicaid
101
79.5% of residents
Private pay or other
11
8.7% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Palm Bay based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
94.0%
↑ 2.8pp vs 2023
Net Income
$1.7M
↑ ~$157.1K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$9.5M
↑ ~$565.6K vs 2023
Profit Margin
6.7%
↑ 0.3pp vs 2023
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$25.8M
Profit
$1.7M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$25.8M Rank #62 / 256Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 256 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Florida SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$1.7M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #89 / 256Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 256 homes in Florida. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Florida average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$9.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #89 / 256Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 256 homes in Florida. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Florida average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$14.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$24.1M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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5.0 miles from city center
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— 0.2 miles to nearest hospital (Health First Palm Bay Hospital)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Life Care Center of Palm Bay
Is Life Care Center of Palm Bay in a walkable area?
Life Care Center of Palm Bay has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at Life Care Center of Palm Bay?
Life Care Center of Palm Bay's occupancy is 94.0%.
Are there photos of Life Care Center of Palm Bay?
Yes — there are 34 photos of Life Care Center of Palm Bay in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Life Care Center of Palm Bay?
(321) 952-1818 will put you in contact with the team at Life Care Center of Palm Bay.
Is Life Care Center of Palm Bay Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Life Care Center of Palm Bay is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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