About Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit
Nursing home overview and details
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit is a government-operated nursing home in Fort Myers, FL, serving Lee County and the surrounding community. The facility has 75 certified beds with an average daily census of 71.5 residents.
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 2019, bringing 7 years of experience in long-term care. This nursing facility is located within a hospital campus, providing convenient access to acute medical services when needed.
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Fort Myers, FL, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Excellent
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.
Health Inspection
Excellent
Quality Measures
Very Good
Staffing
Excellent
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit provides 5.72 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 3.03 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 15.1%, which is lower than many facilities, suggesting staff stability. RN-specific turnover is 10.4%. Weekend staffing averages 5.14 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit has received 1 fine totaling $14,521. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
Doctors at Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit
1 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit
What is the CMS rating for Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit?
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit have?
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit has 75 certified beds with an average daily census of 71.5 residents.
What type of facility is Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit?
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit is a government - hospital district nursing home serving Lee County in Fort Myers, FL.
How many doctors practice at Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit?
1 physicians are affiliated with Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·