Cycle 1
Health 2024-10-17 · Fire 2024-10-17
23 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (7 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Construction (1 deficiency)
Porterville, CA
Gateway Post Acute
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $8,018 in total fines with 23 recent health deficiencies with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
661 West Poplar, Porterville, CA
(559) 784-8371
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
1 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
62
Certified beds
Average residents
59
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Pacs Group
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1973-12-21
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.31
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.08
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.57
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.68
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
33%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
44%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.6 |
2.3
1.7 pts better
|
1.9
1.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.3 |
1.6
0.3 pts better
|
1.8
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
98.5%
1.5 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
98.2%
1.8 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.7% |
1.6%
0.1 pts worse
|
3.3%
1.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 8.0% |
6.8%
1.2 pts worse
|
11.4%
3.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 0.6% |
4.1%
3.5 pts better
|
5.4%
4.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 17.9% |
13.7%
4.2 pts worse
|
19.6%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 6.6% |
14.2%
7.6 pts better
|
16.7%
10.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.4%
0.4 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 10.6% |
11.0%
0.4 pts better
|
16.3%
5.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 5.1% |
10.7%
5.6 pts better
|
14.9%
9.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
1.0%
1 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.6% |
1.2%
0.6 pts better
|
1.7%
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 10.6% |
10.9%
0.3 pts better
|
19.8%
9.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 0.5% |
4.7%
4.2 pts better
|
5.1%
4.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
94.0%
6 pts better
|
81.7%
18.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 19.3% |
11.2%
8.1 pts worse
|
12.0%
7.3 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
1.5%
1.5 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.7% |
93.2%
5.5 pts better
|
79.7%
19 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 15.3% |
23.2%
7.9 pts better
|
23.9%
8.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2022-11-04 · Fire 2022-11-04
13 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (7 deficiencies)
16 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (6 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2019-06-27 · Fire 2019-06-27
17 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2024-11-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2024-11-04
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2022-12-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2022-12-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2022-12-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K347 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Corrected 2022-12-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2022-12-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-12-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
E22 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
Corrected 2022-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Corrected 2022-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2022-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2022-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2022-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2022-12-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2019-08-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2019-08-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2019-08-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
K347 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Corrected 2019-08-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2019-08-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2019-08-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2019-08-23
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-04
F776 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
Corrected 2025-07-09
G · Actual harm
2024-10-17
F697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-11-05
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-11-05
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-11-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-09
F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2024-10-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-10
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-01-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-12
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-12-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-16
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2023-08-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-26
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-05-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-26
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-05-05
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F678 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F687 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F740 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected 2022-12-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-04
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2022-12-09
B · Minimal harm
2022-11-04
F912 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected 2022-12-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected 2019-07-23
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected 2019-07-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2019-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2019-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2019-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2019-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2019-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2019-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2019-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F810 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected 2019-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-06-27
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2019-07-23
B · Minimal harm
2019-06-27
F912 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected 2019-07-23
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$8,018
2024-09-09
Fine
Fine · fine $8,018
Fine
Ownership
Providence Group Of California LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Apt, Frederick
Corporate Officer · Individual
Hancock, Mark
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Hancock, Mark
Corporate Officer · Individual
Hasnain, Abbas
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Jergensen, Joshua
Corporate Officer · Individual
Mitchell, John
Corporate Officer · Individual
Murray, Jason
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Pacs Group, Inc.
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Pacs Holdings, LLC
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Providence Group Nh, LLC
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Rasmussen, Mason
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Rasmussen, Mason
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
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