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HomeFloridaClifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home

Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home

4419 Tram Road, Panama City, FL 324048507475401
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
120
certified

How Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home Compares in Florida

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Florida. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
FL average
3.3/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
FL average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
FL average
3.3/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.28 hrs/day
FL average
3.82 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.97 hrs/day
FL average
0.73 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
45.0%
FL average
41.4%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Florida average of 3.3/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Florida average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.28 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.82.
Reported RN time is 0.97 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.73.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 1, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 3, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$9,658/mo
Florida median
Private Room
$10,646/mo
Florida median
Bay County 65+
32,777
18.1% of county
County Population
181,055
Bay County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Panama City, Florida with 120 certified beds. It has been operating since 2003. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
114.4
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 5, 2003
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Bay
Last Inspection
Apr 3, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
2.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (3)

F0585Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Survey: Feb 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Feb 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Sep 15, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.08 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.22 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.97 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.28 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.74 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.04 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
45.0%
RN Turnover
34.4%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Government - State
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRSDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AAug 1, 2003
CARTER, ALFREDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 28, 2011
REYES, JENNIFEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 22, 2023
SMITH, PAULAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 16, 2016
ELBATAINEH, REZEQADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 5, 2025
REYES, JENNIFERADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 5, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home and nearby alternatives.

All Florida facilities
Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home
Panama City, FLCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Aviata at Emerald Shores
Callaway, FL2.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Community Health and Rehabilitation Center
Panama City, FL3.3 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
St Andrews Bay Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Panama City, FL5.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Pruitthealth - Panama City
Panama City, FL6.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Shores Nursing and Rehab Center
Port Saint Joe, FL30.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $137,446
Blountstown Health and Rehabilitation Center
Blountstown, FL35.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home
Panama City, FL · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Aviata at Emerald Shores
Callaway, FL
2.4 mi4/54/52/5None recorded
Community Health and Rehabilitation Center
Panama City, FL
3.3 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
St Andrews Bay Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Panama City, FL
5.9 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
Pruitthealth - Panama City
Panama City, FL
6.1 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
Shores Nursing and Rehab Center
Port Saint Joe, FL
30.4 mi1/51/53/5$137,446
Blountstown Health and Rehabilitation Center
Blountstown, FL
35.1 mi5/54/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home?▾
Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Florida is $9,658/month for a semi-private room and $10,646/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home had any health inspection violations?▾
Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 3, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home?▾
Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home provides 5.28 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.97 RN hours, 1.22 LPN hours, and 3.08 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 45.0%.
How many beds does Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home have?▾
Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home has 120 certified beds with an average of 114.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% occupancy. The facility is Government - State owned and is part of the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans Nursing Home?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Florida, including 3 in Panama City. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.

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