Apache Junction Health Center
Owned by Apt, Frederick
Apache Junction, Arizona • Nursing home ID 035112
How does this nursing home compare?
#113 of 139
Arizona nursing homes
Better than 18% for Registered Nurse (RN) care
Watch: Less RN care than Arizona average
Strength: High quality rating (5 stars)
Better RN staffing nearby
Other Arizona nursing homes where residents get more Registered Nurse care:
- Christian Care Nursing Center 3.00 RN hrs/day
- Mirabella at Asu 2.50 RN hrs/day
- Friendship Village of Tempe 2.08 RN hrs/day
- Plaza Healthcare 1.85 RN hrs/day
- Arizona State Veteran Home-Phx 1.83 RN hrs/day
What matters most
Registered Nurse (RN) care
0.41 hours/day
⚠ 34% less than Arizona average
Arizona average: 0.62 hours/day
Ranked #113 of 139
Arizona nursing homes for RN care
More RN time than 18% of Arizona facilities
Total nursing care
3.67 hours/day
≈ About average for Arizona
Arizona average: 3.74 hours/day
Ranked #77 of 139
Arizona nursing homes for total care
More total staffing than 44% of Arizona facilities
What's the difference? RN hours focus on registered nurses (medical care).
Total hours include all staff (RNs, LPNs, nursing assistants).
A facility can have high total hours but low RN hours—they measure different aspects of care.
Quality & safety record
5/5 stars
9 inspection problems found during recent government inspections
Average quality rating
Fewer problems
Badges compare this facility to other Arizona nursing homes.
Higher quality ratings and fewer inspection problems are better.
Understanding nursing home quality
We compare each facility only to others in Arizona. This keeps comparisons fair since different states have different regulations, costs, and challenges.
What families should look for:
- More RN hours — Registered nurses handle medications and complex medical care
- Higher quality ratings — 4-5 stars indicate better clinical outcomes
- Fewer inspection problems — Shows consistent compliance with safety standards
- Strong total staffing — More hours means more day-to-day attention for residents
Why this matters: Better staffing and quality scores are linked to safer,
more attentive care for residents—and more support and peace of mind for families.
Key terms explained
Registered Nurses (RNs): The most skilled nursing staff who can give medications and manage complex care. RNs require the most training.
HPRD: "Hours Per Resident per Day"—how much staff time each resident gets on average.
Quality rating (stars): A 1-5 rating based on clinical outcomes like pressure ulcers, infections, and resident health improvements.
Inspection problems: Issues found during official inspections—ranging from minor paperwork to serious safety concerns.
LPNs / CNAs: Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants—vital hands-on care roles with different training levels than RNs.
Data sources: Official federal datasets from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and PBJ (Payroll-Based Journal). Updated monthly. This information is for educational purposes and should not replace professional advice about care decisions.
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