nursing home in Pembroke Pines, FL
Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing
8401 W Cypress Dr, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025 · (954) 985-4824
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing at a glance
Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing is a 120-bed government nursing home in Pembroke Pines, Florida (Broward 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 5.6 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 21, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $38,659.
Nursing staff turnover is 24.4% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 6, 2001
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Broward County
- CMS Certification Number
- 106038
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.57 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.02 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.58 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.03 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 24.4% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 26.9% | 46% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 7 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 66 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $38,659 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 113 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.3% | 88.9% | 80.9% |
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) | 5.1% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.1% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19.8% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.6% | 0.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 24% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.6% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.2% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 15.1% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.2% | 10.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94% | 99.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 98.2% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.3% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.7% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 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 June 21, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 21, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 21, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 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 June 21, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2026 |
| July 2, 2025 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 August 7, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| April 23, 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 May 23, 2024 |
| September 14, 2023 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 October 14, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 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 October 14, 2023 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $38,659 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 9, 2025 | Fine | $38,659 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVANCHO, WAYNE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/2025 |
| MILITELLO, LAWRENCE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/2025 |
| CARTER, ALFRED Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/28/2011 |
| MILITELLO, LAWRENCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2009 |
| SCRIMA, DONNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing's rating?
Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing 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 Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing 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 Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing?
It is government - state. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing and how do I contact it?
Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans Nursing is at 8401 W Cypress Dr, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025. Phone: (954) 985-4824.
About this data
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