nursing home in Jacksonville, FL

Vivo Healthcare University

3648 University Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL 32216 · (904) 733-7440

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★5
  • Abuse citation

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Vivo Healthcare University at a glance

Vivo Healthcare University is a 117-bed for-profit nursing home in Jacksonville, Florida (Duval County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Florida average of 3.3.

Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (November 7, 2024) found 6 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 69.3% per year (state average 41.4%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
117
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Vivo Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
July 1, 1980
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Duval County
CMS Certification Number
105366

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.2 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.6 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.27 hrsFlorida average3.82 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.27 hrs3.82 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.49 hrs0.73 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.04 hrs2.31 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.11 hrs3.49 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)69.3%41.4%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)45.5%46%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility6Florida average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)679Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)213Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)586380.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Florida average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$24,361$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds117122107
Average residents per day10810986
Occupancy92.4%88.9%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1.4%Florida average2.5%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)1.4%2.5%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.2%4.5%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)4.1%8.6%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%0.7%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.5%0.3%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)3.9%8.7%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)3.2%9.5%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)7%5.5%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)2.5%4.6%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)15%14.4%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)6.2%10.5%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%99.2%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)96.9%98.2%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility0.3%Florida average1.5%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0.3%1.5%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)96.6%94.7%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)96.2%95.2%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 17, 2026
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Past Non-Compliance
July 17, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Past Non-Compliance
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Provide large enough exits.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0231
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Meet the requirements of an integrated health system.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0042
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2024
November 7, 2024
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 13, 2024
November 7, 2024
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 10, 2024
November 7, 2024
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 13, 2024
November 7, 2024
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 13, 2024
August 26, 2024
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 14, 2024
September 19, 2023
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 11, 2023
September 19, 2023
Complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 11, 2023
December 22, 2022
Fire safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 27, 2023
December 22, 2022
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 27, 2023
December 22, 2022
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 27, 2023
May 20, 2021
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 20, 2021
May 20, 2021
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 20, 2021
May 20, 2021
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 20, 2021
May 20, 2021
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 20, 2021
May 20, 2021
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 20, 2021
May 20, 2021
Standard
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 20, 2021

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
JACKSONVILLE 3 UNIVERSITY OPCO HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%09/09/2022
AB MARBEC REALTY GROUP
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest9%09/09/2022
CUKIER, BROCHA
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest10%09/09/2022
GLUCK, BENJAMIN
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest5%09/09/2022
JACOBOWITZ, JUDAH
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest5%09/09/2022
JEK IRRV TR II
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest13%09/09/2022
NMJ IRRV TR II
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest13%09/09/2022
CUKIER, BROCHA
Individual
5% or greater mortgage interestNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
GLUCK, BENJAMIN
Individual
5% or greater mortgage interestNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
JACKSONVILLE 3 PROPCO HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
5% or greater mortgage interestNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
UNIVERSITY PROPCO LLC
Organization
5% or greater mortgage interestNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
AB MARBEC REALTY GROUP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
BLATT, MARC
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/02/2022
CUKIER, BROCHA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
CUKIER, JOSEF
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
FORVIS MAZARS LLP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
GLUCK, BENJAMIN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
JACOBOWITZ, JUDAH
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
JEK HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
MOORE, JAYNA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/03/2024
NMJ HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
PEASE BELL CPAS LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
SF IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
SUMMATION FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
UNIVERSITY PROPCO LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
VIVO HEALTHCARE CONSULTING LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
CUKIER, JOSEF
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
KAGAN, JEFFREY
Individual
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
JEK HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
NMJ HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
SF IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
CUKIER, JOSEF
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
FRIEDLAND, SHALOM
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022
GLUCK, BENJAMIN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2022

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    ★★★★★5Much above average
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Frequently asked questions

What is Vivo Healthcare University's rating?

Vivo Healthcare University has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Florida nursing homes is 3.3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Vivo Healthcare University receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Vivo Healthcare University accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Vivo Healthcare University?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Vivo Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Vivo Healthcare University and how do I contact it?

Vivo Healthcare University is at 3648 University Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL 32216. Phone: (904) 733-7440.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.