Nursing home · Sarasota, FL
Sunnyside Nursing Home
5201 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, FL 34232 · (941) 371-2729
Sunnyside Nursing Home is a 60-bed nonprofit nursing home in Sarasota, Florida (Sarasota County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 2003. On average it cares for 53 residents a day (about 89% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars; the average in Florida is 3.3.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | Florida avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 5.14 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 1.11 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 4.60 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 22% | 42% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 33% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 2 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | May 30, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 2 below the state average of 7 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Church related. Legal business name: Sunnyside Properties of Sarasota INC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Sunnyside Nursing Home?
CMS rates Sunnyside Nursing Home 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Sunnyside Nursing Home have?
60 certified beds, with an average of 53 residents a day.
Does Sunnyside Nursing Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Sunnyside Nursing Home?
(941) 371-2729. Address: 5201 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, FL 34232.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).