nursing home in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home
13000 SW Tradition Parkway, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34987 · (772) 241-6132
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home at a glance
Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home is a 120-bed government nursing home in Port Saint Lucie, Florida (St. Lucie County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 5.9 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 19, 2025) 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 35.6% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs
- Medicare-certified since
- December 6, 2022
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- St. Lucie County
- CMS Certification Number
- 686128
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 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) | 5.94 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.09 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.99 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.23 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.6% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37% | 46% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 6 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 26 | 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 | |
| Average residents per day | 115 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.7% | 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) | 1.4% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.5% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.3% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 4.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 25% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 48.8% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 13.5% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.1% | 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) | 6.6% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.9% | 10.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.6% | 99.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.5% | 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) | 12% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 59.2% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 76.7% | 95.2% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 19, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 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 July 29, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 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 July 29, 2025 |
| June 19, 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 July 29, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2025 |
| June 19, 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 July 29, 2025 |
| March 12, 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 April 12, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Complaint | 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 April 12, 2025 |
| March 14, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Keep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0775 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2024 |
| March 14, 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 April 14, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 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 April 14, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FADEL, AHMAD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2025 |
| ROGERS, DONNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2025 |
| ROGERS, DONNA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| DICKERSON, VICKI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2023 |
| FADEL, AHMAD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2023 |
| MALLARD, LINDSAY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home's rating?
Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home 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 Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home 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 Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home 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 Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home?
It is government - state and part of Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home is at 13000 SW Tradition Parkway, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34987. Phone: (772) 241-6132.
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.