Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Nursing Home · Green Valley, AZ
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Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Home · Green Valley, AZ
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Green Valley, AZ, offers ongoing nursing home care. On-site licensed nurses provide round-the-clock support for individuals requiring medical attention beyond basic assistance with daily tasks.

Accommodating up to 111 residents, the facility features private living spaces across various floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom units, and single rooms. Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 34 minutes per resident.

The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment methods, giving residents flexibility based on their coverage or financial situation.

Interested individuals looking for skilled nursing options in Green Valley can contact Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to learn more about availability or schedule a tour.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▲ 47.2% Above AZ avg. ▲ 47.2% Above AZ avg.AZ average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 42.2% Above AZ avg. ▲ 42.2% Above AZ avg.AZ average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
At AZ avg. At AZ avg.AZ average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 10.0% Above AZ avg. ▲ 10.0% Above AZ avg.AZ average: 4.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q2 2026 (April 1 – June 30, 2026).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Sep 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 36th out of 60 nursing homes we track in Arizona for nurse hours. 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.
↓ 13% · AZ 4h 5mThis facility: 3h 34m per resident per day, 13% below the Arizona average of 4h 5m (among Arizona facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #36 / 60Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 36th out of 60 nursing homes we track in Arizona for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Arizona average, with a ranking across 60 Arizona facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
3h 34m

6 of 6 metrics below Arizona average

Staff by category

Q2 2026 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2026.
Certified Nursing Assistant5405416,37591100%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse170176,50691100%10.2
Registered Nurse8082,2688796%11
Medication Aide/Technician5051,8408998%8.7
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,62191100%7.2
Dental Services Staff3031,4337481%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide0661,0288998%6.3
RN Director of Nursing2029396470%7.8
Speech Language Pathologist0445836976%6.4
Administrator1015126470%8
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014645864%8
Qualified Social Worker0114356167%7.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0773866369%5.9
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist0112634246%6.3
Nurse Aide in Training404113910%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0441036774%1.5
Medical Director0119191100%1
54 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
8 Registered Nurse
Coverage 96%
5 Medication Aide/Technician
Coverage 98%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 111 Rank #38 / 80Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 38th out of 80 nursing homes we track in Arizona for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arizona facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #21 / 82Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 21st out of 82 nursing homes we track in Arizona for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Arizona facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
57 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #19 / 55Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 19th out of 55 nursing homes we track in Arizona for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Arizona average, with its Statewide rank out of 55. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
86.6% This home usually has limited availability

Based on residents per day and 111 beds.

Higher than the Arizona average: 75.4%
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
96

Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Oct 2026)

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
49 days

About This Community

Safety & Compliance

Resident Council

Staff Details

CNA Training Program

Additional Services

1 service
Housekeeping

Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Clinical Research SiteConducts clinical research trials to develop and test new treatments.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
Studio 1 Bed Private Rooms

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Inspections

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2023 · 3 years of data · Last health inspection Jun 2026

Total health inspections
4 ↓ 40% · AZ 6.7This facility: 4, 40% below the Arizona average of 6.7 (among Arizona facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
27 Rank #44 / 61Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 44th out of 61 nursing homes we track in Arizona for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Arizona State average, with a ranking across all 61 AZ facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↑ 27% · AZ 21.2This facility: 27, 27% above the Arizona average of 21.2 (among Arizona facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
6.75 Rank #57 / 61Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 57th out of 61 nursing homes we track in Arizona for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Arizona mean across 61 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↑ 102% · AZ 3.34This facility: 6.75, 102% above the Arizona average of 3.34 (among Arizona facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 27 of 27 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 27 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · AZ 0.1This facility: 0, 100% below the Arizona average of 0.1 (among Arizona facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
0 ↓ 100% · AZ 0.5This facility: 0, 100% below the Arizona average of 0.5 (among Arizona facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
27 ↑ 31% · AZ 20.6This facility: 27, 31% above the Arizona average of 20.6 (among Arizona facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · AZ 0.1This facility: 0, 100% below the Arizona average of 0.1 (among Arizona facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Jun 05, 2026 · 2 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Resident Assessment & Care Planning, 7 of 27 citations · 7 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Jun 05, 2026 2 citations
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
May 23, 2024 9 citations
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Apr 09, 2024 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Jan 13, 2023 15 citations
Nursing Services moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 27 citations
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 7 deficiencies (26%)
Quality of Life & Care 7 deficiencies (26%)
Resident Rights 6 deficiencies (22%)
Pharmacy Services 3 deficiencies (11%)
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation 2 deficiencies (7%)
Infection Control 1 deficiency (4%)
Nursing & Physician Services 1 deficiency (4%)
How citations are counted

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

23 of 27 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 27 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 27 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Enforcement

Penalties and fines About 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 Oct 2026

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials on record since Oct 2023.

Clean record
Total fines
$0 AZ avg $32KArizona average: $31,656. Average among the 40 Arizona facilities with a penalty on record.US avg $66KUS average: $66,281, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Number of fines
0 AZ avg 1.58Arizona average: 1.58. Average among the 40 Arizona facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 1.88US average: 1.88, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 AZ avg 0.1Arizona average: 0.1. Average among the 40 Arizona facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.35US average: 0.35, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Health Outcomes

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Arizona average.

Data as of Oct 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average ↑ 31% · AZ 3.8This facility: 5.0, 31% above the AZ average of 3.8 (among AZ facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average ↑ 20% · AZ 4.2This facility: 5.0, 20% above the AZ average of 4.2 (among AZ facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 6.2 Score · lower is better ↓ 6% · AZ 6.7This facility: 6.2, 6% below the AZ average of 6.7 (among AZ facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 18.0 Score · lower is better ↑ 25% · AZ 14.4This facility: 18.0, 25% above the AZ average of 14.4 (among AZ facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

11 long-stay measures: 4 better, 5 worse, 2 near AZ average

8 short-stay measures: 5 better, 3 compared with US only

Financials

Money and staffing.

Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending December 2024, compared with 61 Arizona nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

FY Dec 2024

Is it financially stable?

Profitable on care

12.6% operating margin

+19.6 pts vs prior year

Positive margin in 1 of the last 8 reported years. Net income $1.7M after other income.

Does it invest in staff?

Spends less on payroll than most Arizona homes

45.9% payroll share of revenue

AZ average 63.3%Rank #49 / 61Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 49th out of 61 nursing homes we track in Arizona for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Arizona average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Payroll rose $0.6M while revenue rose $4.5M. A low share can mean leaner staffing; check hours per resident in the staffing section.

Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2024 Snapshot: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (quarterly), Sep 2026
Resident snapshot
94 residents · Sep 2026 Residents counted on the date of the latest CMS report, which updates quarterly.
Medicare 30 · 32%
Medicaid 56 · 60%
Private pay & other 8 · 9%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Typical stay

Medicare 23 days Medicaid 1 year Private pay & other 1 month

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Green Valley's city center to Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located in Green Valley, Arizona.
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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AZ

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+
General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
AZ

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+
General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AZ

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
AZ

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region
Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in a walkable area?
Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a walk score of 57. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
02 What is the occupancy rate at Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's occupancy is 86.6%.
03 Are pets allowed at Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
No, Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a no-pet policy.
04 Does Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is registered as a for-profit.
05 What is the overall rating for Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center received a 5-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.
06 How many beds does Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have?
Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 111 beds.
07 Are there photos of Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in the photo gallery on this page.