ST Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Home · Saint Augustine, FL

CMS overall rating 1/5 Abuse citation For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number105315
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).

Contact & location

51 Sunrise Blvd
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
St. Johns County
Phone
(904) 824-4479
ZIP code
32084 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
120
Residents per day
111.6 (93% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name
Northport Health Services of Florida, LLC
Chain
NHS Management (43 facilities, avg 2.9★)
Medicare certified since
September 1, 1977
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 3.3
Health inspections★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.9
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.3
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 4.2
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 1/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.89 (state 3.82 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.48 (state 0.73 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.95 (state 0.78 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.47 (state 2.31 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.47 (state 3.49 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
32.4 (state 41.4 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
14.3 (state 46.0 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
May 21, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
5.0 (state 7.1 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
2
Citations on record (3 years)
16 health · 13 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-05-21 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-07-03
2026-05-21 Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-07-03
2026-05-21 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-07-03
2026-03-05 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Corrected 2026-03-26
2026-03-05 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Corrected 2026-03-26
2024-09-12 Keep all essential equipment working safely.
F0908 · Environmental Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-18
2024-09-12 Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-18
2024-09-12 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-18
2024-09-12 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-18
2024-09-12 Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-18
2024-09-12 Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
F0813 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-18
2024-09-12 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-18
2022-10-13 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-11-13
2022-10-13 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-11-13
2022-10-13 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-11-13
2022-10-13 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-11-13

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years, including $26,685 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2026-03-05Fine$26,685

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Estes, James (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 68%
James N Estes JR Family Dynasty TR No 2 (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 10%
James Norman Estes JR TR (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 6%
Jennifer E Agee Family Dynasty TR No 2 (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 10%
Jennifer Lee Estes TR 031093 (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 6%
Regions Bank (organization)5%+ Security Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
McVea, Cheri (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Rasco, Lynn (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Schneider, Julie (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Toney, Darin (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Estes, James (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Long, Phillip (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Hughes, Thomas (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
McVea, Cheri (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Rasco, Lynn (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Schneider, Julie (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Toney, Darin (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Hughes, Thomas (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of ST Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center?

ST Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.3-star average in Florida.

How many beds does ST Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center have?

It has 120 certified beds and cares for about 112 residents per day.

Has ST Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $26,685 in the last three years.

Who owns ST Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center?

It is part of NHS Management and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of ST Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center?

(904) 824-4479. The facility is located at 51 Sunrise Blvd, Saint Augustine, FL 32084.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.