Total health inspections
4
Mississippi average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Driftwood Nursing Center
Nursing Home, Respite Care & Memory Care · Gulfport, MS
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.
Driftwood Nursing Center
Nursing Home, Respite Care & Memory Care · Gulfport, MS
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.
Driftwood Nursing Center accepts Medicaid and Medicare.
Driftwood Nursing Center, located in Gulfport, Mississippi, is an exceptional choice for individuals seeking high-quality nursing home care. With a steadfast dedication to their residents’ well-being, Driftwood Nursing Center offers a wide range of therapies and services to empower individuals to regain their independence and thrive during their golden years. In addition to their unwavering dedication to personalized care, the home maintains high-quality nursing home measures.
Every aspect of the center’s operations reflects its commitment to excellence, from comprehensive housekeeping services that ensure a clean and comfortable living space to a strong emphasis on resident well-being. Residents also have access to many activities, clubs, and communities, allowing them to socialize, engage in meaningful pursuits, and forge lasting connections. Moreover, the center boasts beautiful outdoor areas, inviting residents to bask in nature’s tranquility and create cherished memories.
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.
| 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.
| 34m per day | ▼ 11% State avg: 38m 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.
| 1h 16m per day | ▲ 17% State avg: 1h 5m 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 10m per day | ▼ 13% State avg: 2h 29m 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 20m per day | ▼ 5% 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.
| 3m per day | ▲ 50% State avg: 2m 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.
| 27m per day | ▲ 23% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Types of Care at Driftwood Nursing Center
Respite Care
Nursing Home
Memory Care
151-bed community Rank #7 / 267Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 267 homes in Mississippi. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Mississippi SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #100 / 319Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 100th out of 319 homes in Mississippi. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Mississippi 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
Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyHarrison
Driftwood Nursing Center is administrated by Vera Lott.
Inspection History
In Mississippi, the State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure conducts unannounced surveys to monitor facility compliance with health, safety, and resident rights laws.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsHealth Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
8
Rank #10 / 113Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 113 homes in Mississippi. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Mississippi State average, with a ranking across all 113 MS SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Mississippi average 16.9
Citations per inspection
2
Rank #5 / 113Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 113 homes in Mississippi. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Mississippi mean across 113 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Mississippi average 3.83
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
6 of 8 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 8 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1
Serious health citations
0
100% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Oct 31, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Oct 31, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Oct 31, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Aug 20, 2024
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
134
Employees
115
Contractors
19
Staff to resident ratio
1.17:1
29% worse than Mississippi average
Avg staff/day
62
Average shift
8.5 hours
6% better than Mississippi average
Total staff hours (quarter)
48,213
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
9
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
28
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
59
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 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
6.8%
3,300 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Feeding Assistant: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 2
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 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 | 59 | 0 | 59 | 22,101 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 0 | 28 | 11,400 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,104 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,775 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2,155 | 85 | 92% | 9.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,110 | 74 | 80% | 9.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 570 | 73 | 79% | 6.6 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 552 | 61 | 66% | 7.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 489 | 59 | 64% | 7.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 486 | 57 | 62% | 8.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 57 | 62% | 8.4 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 479 | 68 | 74% | 7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 449 | 58 | 63% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 441 | 62 | 67% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 296 | 35 | 38% | 8.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 120 | 15 | 16% | 8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 70 | 61 | 66% | 1.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 49 | 9 | 10% | 5.4 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 2 | 2 | 48 | 12 | 13% | 4 |
59 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
28 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
92%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
80%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
79%
2 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
66%
1 Administrator
% of Days
72%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
70%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
64%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
62%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
62%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
74%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
63%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
67%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
38%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
16%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
66%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
10%
2 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days
13%
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
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.
17.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
17.0
37% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 12.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.5
23% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 22.3
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
23.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
23.3%
10% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
40.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
40.3%
64% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 24.5%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.7%
13% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.7%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.7%
78% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.5%
19% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 7.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.7%
41% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
18% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 6.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
26.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
26.2%
23% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.7%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 95.9%
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 Mississippi averageMississippi average: 97.0%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.59
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.59
6% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.44
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.78
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.78
31% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.88
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
99.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.0%
13% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 87.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.1%
65% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.0%
13% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 84.6%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
30.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
30.3%
9% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 27.9%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
20.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
20.8%
36% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 15.3%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
6.2%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
6.2%
699% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
10.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
10.3%
81% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
37.4%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
37.4%
26% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
115
Medicare
9
7.8% of residents
Medicaid
66
57.4% of residents
Private pay or other
40
34.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
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 Driftwood Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
80.0%
↓ 3.6pp vs 2018
Net Income
-$310.0K
↓ ~$607.1K vs 2018
Total Payroll
$2.5M
↓ ~$2.2M vs 2018
Profit Margin
-6.0%
↓ 8.6pp vs 2018
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Home revenue
$5.1M
Governmental community
Home revenue
$5.1M Rank #102 / 106Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 102nd out of 106 homes in Mississippi. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Mississippi 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.
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #101 / 106Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 106 homes in Mississippi. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Mississippi 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.
$2.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #101 / 106Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 106 homes in Mississippi. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Mississippi 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.Places of interest near Driftwood Nursing Center
2.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gulfport's city center to Driftwood Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.13 miles to nearest hospital (Select Specialty Hospital - Gulf Coast)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Driftwood Nursing Center
Is Driftwood Nursing Center in a walkable area?
Driftwood Nursing Center has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Who is the administrator of Driftwood Nursing Center?
Vera Lott is the administrator of Driftwood Nursing Center.
How many beds does Driftwood Nursing Center have?
Driftwood Nursing Center has 151 beds.
What is the phone number of Driftwood Nursing Center?
(228) 822-6900 will put you in contact with the team at Driftwood Nursing Center.
What county is Driftwood Nursing Center located in?
Driftwood Nursing Center is in Harrison County.
Is Driftwood Nursing Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Driftwood Nursing Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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