Oceanside, CA

La Paloma Healthcare Center

5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 4 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

3232 Thunder Drive, Oceanside, CA

(760) 724-2193

Compare this facility

Overall

5 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

4 / 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

93

Certified beds

Average residents

87

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Pacs Group

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1967-01-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.30

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

1.15

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.39

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.62

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

64%

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 1.5
2.3
0.8 pts better
1.9
0.4 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.2
1.6
0.4 pts better
1.8
0.6 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.1%
98.5%
2.4 pts worse
93.4%
2.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 82.5%
98.2%
15.7 pts worse
95.5%
13 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.0%
1.6%
0.6 pts better
3.3%
2.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 5.6%
6.8%
1.2 pts better
11.4%
5.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.1%
4.1%
2 pts better
5.4%
3.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 19.4%
13.7%
5.7 pts worse
19.6%
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.7%
14.2%
2.5 pts worse
16.7%
About the same
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 5.0%
11.0%
6 pts better
16.3%
11.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 6.3%
10.7%
4.4 pts better
14.9%
8.6 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 1.0%
1.2%
0.2 pts better
1.7%
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 6.4%
10.9%
4.5 pts better
19.8%
13.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 4.4%
4.7%
0.3 pts better
5.1%
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 82.3%
94.0%
11.7 pts worse
81.7%
0.6 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 13.4%
11.2%
2.2 pts worse
12.0%
1.4 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.6%
1.5%
0.9 pts better
1.6%
1 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 91.7%
93.2%
1.5 pts worse
79.7%
12 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 23.6%
23.2%
0.4 pts worse
23.9%
0.3 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-04-17 · Fire 2025-04-17

4 health deficiencies

Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2021-07-09 · Fire 2021-07-09

12 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2019-04-26 · Fire 2019-04-26

15 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (5 deficiencies)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2025-06-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-06-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

K341 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

Corrected 2025-06-24

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2025-06-24

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-05-09

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-06-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-05-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2021-07-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2021-07-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2021-07-29

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

K343 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.

Corrected 2019-06-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2019-06-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

K223 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Corrected 2019-06-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2019-06-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2019-06-20

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2025-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2025-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2025-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-17

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Corrected 2025-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-17

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2023-09-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-01

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2023-09-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2023-05-25

G · Actual harm 2021-07-09

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 2021-08-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2021-08-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

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 2021-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Corrected 2021-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2021-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2021-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

F660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

Corrected 2021-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

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 2021-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

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 2021-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2021-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

F867 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Corrected 2021-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-09

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2021-08-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

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 2019-06-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Corrected 2019-06-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

F803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Corrected 2019-06-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

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 2019-06-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2019-06-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

F685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Corrected 2019-06-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2019-06-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

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 2019-06-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Corrected 2019-06-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

F802 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

Corrected 2019-06-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

F813 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Corrected 2019-06-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-26

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Corrected 2019-06-06

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Providence Group Nh, LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 168 facilities 2023-06-30
Apt, Frederick

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 252 facilities 2024-01-01
Duerden, Jonathan

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2023-10-02
Hancock, Mark

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 253 facilities 2024-04-15
Hancock, Mark

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 253 facilities 2024-01-01
Jergensen, Joshua

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 237 facilities 2024-01-01
Mitchell, John

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 254 facilities 2024-01-01
Murray, Jason

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 250 facilities 2024-04-15
Novak, Loren

Contracted Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2021-09-01
Pacs Group, Inc.

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 239 facilities 2023-06-30
Pacs Holdings, LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 238 facilities 2023-06-30

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