Virginia average 4.2
Last Health inspection on Jul 2023

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Signature Healthcare of Norfolk, recognized as a reliable skilled nursing home, serves as a trusted haven for individuals in need of rehabilitation services, clinical care, and engaging nursing home activities during their golden years. This vibrant community maintains a welcoming culture, dedicated to delivering exceptional post-acute and skilled nursing care to seniors. It also takes pride in offering volunteer programs that contribute to a sense of community engagement.
In addition to its comprehensive services, the facility houses amenities like a computer station within the beauty shop. Further enhancing residents’ well-being, on-site podiatry, dental, and optometry services are readily available. Notably, the staff includes Spanish and Russian speakers, ensuring effective communication for residents who speak these languages. With a host of additional offerings, Signature Healthcare of Norfolk is committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment for its residents.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
42% of new residents, often for short stays.
35% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.
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Total deficiencies
| 40 | 32 | This facility has 25% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia nursing home (40 vs. VA avg 32). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↑ 25% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia nursing home (5 vs. VA avg 4). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↑ 25% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 13.3 | 2.3 | This facility has 478% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia nursing home (13.3 vs. VA avg 2.3). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↑ 478% worse |
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Total inspections
| 3 | 14 | This facility has 79% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia nursing home (3 vs. VA avg 14). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↓ 79% better |
The most recent inspection on July 21, 2023, identified deficiencies related to resident rights, care planning, timely physician notification, environmental maintenance, and medication management. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues with care planning, discharge notices, pressure ulcer care, medication errors, and safety concerns, including some resident harm. Complaint investigations substantiated failures in timely physician notification, ADL assistance, environmental maintenance, and medication administration. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with care coordination and resident safety, with no clear improvement trend.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsVirginia average 4.2
Last Health inspection on Jul 2023
Virginia average 38.4
Virginia average 8.93
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
42 of 47 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 47 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Virginia average: 0.4
Virginia average: 1
Signature Healthcare of Norfolk is located in Norfolk, Virginia.
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1.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Norfolk's city center to Signature Healthcare of Norfolk's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.31 miles to nearest hospital (Sentara Norfolk General Hospital -Advanced Heart Failure)
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Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
2,273 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 84 | 0 | 84 | 26,748 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 39 | 18 | 57 | 10,852 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 5 | 15 | 3,501 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,255 | 69 | 76% | 8.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,685 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,048 | 64 | 70% | 8.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 875 | 65 | 71% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 785 | 66 | 73% | 5.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 662 | 65 | 71% | 6.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 583 | 72 | 79% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 2 | 4 | 537 | 69 | 76% | 6.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 534 | 65 | 71% | 8.2 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 522 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 486 | 62 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 2 | 5 | 363 | 59 | 65% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 47 | 6 | 7% | 7.8 |
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
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.
The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
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Signature Healthcare of Norfolk is in the Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk.
Signature Healthcare of Norfolk has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Signature Healthcare of Norfolk's occupancy is 92%.
Signature Healthcare of Norfolk is registered as a for-profit in VA.
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(757) 623-5602 will put you in contact with the team at Signature Healthcare of Norfolk.
Yes — Signature Healthcare of Norfolk is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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