Kensington Gardens Rehab and Nursing Center
2055 Palmetto St · Clearwater, FL · 33758 · 7274616613
150 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Aston Health
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
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Red flags
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $18,070 |
Inspection citations (41 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected February 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected February 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected February 15, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 15, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 15, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E May 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D May 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D May 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2024
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.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 1, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| May 13, 2025 | Fine | $8,490 |
| May 13, 2025 | Fine | $9,580 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105453 · certified since December 30, 1983. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.