nursing home in Jacksonville, FL
Vivo Healthcare Taylor
6535 Chester Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32217 · (904) 731-8230
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- StaffingNot rated
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Vivo Healthcare Taylor at a glance
Vivo Healthcare Taylor is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Jacksonville, Florida (Duval County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Florida average of 3.3.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 2, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.9% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Duval County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105821
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.9% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 53.3% | 46% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 6 | 63 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 122 | 107 |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.5% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.8% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.6% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.4% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.1% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.1% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.1% | 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) | 31.7% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.2% | 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) | 98.1% | 98.2% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.1% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2025 |
| October 2, 2025 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 October 31, 2025 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 23, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 23, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 November 23, 2023 |
| December 16, 2021 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2022 |
| December 16, 2021 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 January 16, 2022 |
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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARBER JR, JOHN W Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| ENGELKES, BARBARA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| FLETCHALL, MARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| HOECKELBERG, DEBORAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2010 |
| POTGIETER, RETHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| SAMARA, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| BARBER JR, JOHN W Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| HOECKELBERG, DEBORAH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| POTGIETER, RETHA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| BARBER JR, JOHN W Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| ENGELKES, BARBARA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| FLETCHALL, MARY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| HOECKELBERG, DEBORAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2010 |
| POTGIETER, RETHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vivo Healthcare Taylor's rating?
Vivo Healthcare Taylor has 5 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 Taylor receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Vivo Healthcare Taylor 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 Taylor?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Vivo Healthcare Taylor and how do I contact it?
Vivo Healthcare Taylor is at 6535 Chester Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32217. Phone: (904) 731-8230.
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.