15 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (4 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
El Cajon, CA
3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with abuse icon flag with $180,730 in total fines with 15 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
635 S Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, CA
(619) 442-8826
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
99
Certified beds
Average residents
92
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
The Ensign Group
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1968-03-11
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.30
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.50
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.43
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.73
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
60%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
44%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.4 |
2.3
0.9 pts better
|
1.9
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.7 |
1.6
0.9 pts better
|
1.8
1.1 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 | 2.4% |
1.6%
0.8 pts worse
|
3.3%
0.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 24.1% |
6.8%
17.3 pts worse
|
11.4%
12.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 1.0% |
4.1%
3.1 pts better
|
5.4%
4.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 11.5% |
13.7%
2.2 pts better
|
19.6%
8.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 2.9% |
14.2%
11.3 pts better
|
16.7%
13.8 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 | 9.0% |
11.0%
2 pts better
|
16.3%
7.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 8.2% |
10.7%
2.5 pts better
|
14.9%
6.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 2.1% |
1.0%
1.1 pts worse
|
1.0%
1.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.8% |
1.2%
0.4 pts better
|
1.7%
0.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 11.4% |
10.9%
0.5 pts worse
|
19.8%
8.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.1% |
4.7%
0.6 pts better
|
5.1%
1 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 | 15.3% |
11.2%
4.1 pts worse
|
12.0%
3.3 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.2% |
1.5%
0.3 pts better
|
1.6%
0.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 99.0% |
93.2%
5.8 pts better
|
79.7%
19.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 31.0% |
23.2%
7.8 pts worse
|
23.9%
7.1 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (4 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Construction (1 deficiency)
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (4 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-08-30
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-08-30
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-08-30
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 2024-08-30
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-08-30
Fire Safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Corrected 2024-08-30
Fire Safety
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Corrected 2021-08-05
Fire Safety
Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
Corrected 2021-08-05
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2021-08-05
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2021-08-05
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2021-08-05
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2020-03-12
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2020-03-12
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2020-03-12
Inspection history
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2026-01-04
Health
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2026-01-04
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2026-01-04
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2026-01-04
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 2025-09-17
Health
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected 2025-09-17
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-09-17
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 2025-09-17
Health
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected 2025-09-17
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2025-09-17
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-09-17
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-09-17
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-09-17
Health
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected 2025-06-04
Health
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected 2025-05-13
Health
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected 2024-07-27
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-07-27
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2024-07-27
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-07-27
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-06-03
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2024-05-15
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-03-05
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2023-09-06
Health
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected 2023-06-30
Health
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected 2023-06-30
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 2023-06-30
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2023-04-10
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 2021-08-13
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2021-08-13
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2021-08-13
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2021-08-13
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2021-08-13
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2021-08-13
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2021-08-13
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2021-08-13
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 2021-08-13
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-08-13
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $180,730
Fine
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
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