Cycle 1
Health 2024-02-02 · Fire 2024-02-02
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)
Tucson, AZ
La Canada Care Center
4-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 4 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
7970 North La Canada Drive, Tucson, AZ
(520) 797-1191
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
128
Certified beds
Average residents
99
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
The Ensign Group
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1988-11-19
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.35
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.95
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
1.98
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.76
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
33%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
55%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 97.8% |
97.1%
0.7 pts better
|
93.4%
4.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.4% |
94.6%
3.8 pts better
|
95.5%
2.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.3% |
2.1%
0.8 pts better
|
3.3%
2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 7.2% |
4.2%
3 pts worse
|
11.4%
4.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.1% |
5.3%
2.2 pts better
|
5.4%
2.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 27.2% |
20.5%
6.7 pts worse
|
19.6%
7.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 8.3% |
11.8%
3.5 pts better
|
16.7%
8.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.3%
0.3 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 25.7% |
14.5%
11.2 pts worse
|
16.3%
9.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 14.4% |
10.8%
3.6 pts worse
|
14.9%
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.5% |
0.9%
0.6 pts worse
|
1.0%
0.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
1.2%
1.2 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 25.5% |
20.5%
5 pts worse
|
19.8%
5.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.7% |
4.8%
2.1 pts better
|
5.1%
2.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 95.2% |
91.1%
4.1 pts better
|
81.7%
13.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 5.4% |
10.7%
5.3 pts better
|
12.0%
6.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.1% |
1.1%
1 pts better
|
1.6%
1.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 87.0% |
87.3%
0.3 pts worse
|
79.7%
7.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 27.1% |
24.6%
2.5 pts worse
|
23.9%
3.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2022-10-14 · Fire 2022-10-14
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (2 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2021-10-07 · Fire 2021-10-07
9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)
1 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Services (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-02
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-04-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-02
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2024-04-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-02
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-04-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2022-11-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2022-11-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-11-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2022-11-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-11-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2022-11-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-11-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2021-11-08
Inspection history
Recent health citations
G · Actual harm
2026-01-21
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2026-02-06
G · Actual harm
2026-01-21
F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2026-02-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-02
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2024-03-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-02
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2024-03-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2022-11-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
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 2022-11-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2022-11-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
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 2022-11-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-14
F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2022-11-28
B · Minimal harm
2022-10-14
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2022-11-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2021-11-12
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-11-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
F552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected 2021-11-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2021-11-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2021-11-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2021-11-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2021-11-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
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 2021-11-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-07
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 2021-11-12
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Bandera Healthcare LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
The Ensign Group Inc
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Burnam, Soon
Corporate Officer · Individual
Eagar, Robert
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Invaserv LLC
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Jatoi, Mansoor
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Jones, Christine
Corporate Officer · Individual
Keetch, Chad
Corporate Officer · Individual
Nursa Inc
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Peterson, Forrest
Corporate Director · Individual
Sato, Ami
Corporate Officer · Individual
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