Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a large, for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The center is home to 198 residents, offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. While not part of a continuing care retirement community, the facility participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to a broad range of individuals in need of supportive care and therapy. Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides a supportive environment designed to assist residents with both medical and non-medical needs, such as administering medications, assisting with daily activities, and providing specialized support for those recovering from hospital stays due to medical events like stroke, heart attack, or infections.
The center maintains a consistent approach to resident care by ensuring a nurse staffing level of approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident each day. This commitment to staffing is sustained throughout the week, including weekends, which is recognized as above average for maintaining staff-to-resident ratios and continuity of care. Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center places an emphasis on both the health and well-being of its residents, providing assistance with eating, mobility, personal hygiene, and other daily functions necessary for maintaining independence and quality of life. The center has demonstrated a strong ability to preserve residents’ capabilities, with a significant percentage of long-term residents maintaining the ability to self-care, move, eat, and perform other tasks without assistance.
Short-term rehabilitation services at Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center support residents who require intensive therapy and medical attention to recover and transition back home. A substantial portion of those who experience short-term stays are able to return home after discharge, and the facility works diligently to minimize risks such as falls with major injury and infections requiring hospitalization. Emergency room visits among both short-term and long-term residents are kept to a minimum, reflecting attentive and responsive care standards.
Attention to detail in the daily lives of residents extends to specialized needs, including providing appropriate eating equipment and utensils for those who require them, as well as ensuring proper storage and administration of medications. The center follows contemporary standards in food safety and encourages safe participation from families, including clear policies on foods brought in by visitors. Influenza vaccination is actively promoted to support the ongoing health of residents, and the environment is structured to meet National Fire Protection Association standards for safety.
Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center regularly undergoes health, fire, and safety inspections, responding promptly to recommendations and ensuring a secure, welcoming environment for all residents. Through a blend of skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and a dedication to resident independence, the center fosters an atmosphere where individuals receive the support they need to thrive—whether their stay is short-term focused on recovery or long-term for ongoing care.