San Jose, CA

Plum Tree Care Center

5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with $8,018 in total fines with 11 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

2580 Samaritan Drive, San Jose, CA

(408) 356-8181

Compare this facility

Overall

5 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

4 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

3 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

5 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

76

Certified beds

Average residents

65

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Generations Healthcare

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1967-12-18

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.84

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

1.34

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.46

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

4.18

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

67%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

48%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.0
2.3
0.3 pts better
1.9
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.7
1.6
1.1 pts worse
1.8
0.9 pts worse
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 1.4%
1.6%
0.2 pts better
3.3%
1.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 14.7%
6.8%
7.9 pts worse
11.4%
3.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 9.3%
4.1%
5.2 pts worse
5.4%
3.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 6.3%
13.7%
7.4 pts better
19.6%
13.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 3.9%
14.2%
10.3 pts better
16.7%
12.8 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 8.0%
11.0%
3 pts better
16.3%
8.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 3.2%
10.7%
7.5 pts better
14.9%
11.7 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 1.5%
1.2%
0.3 pts worse
1.7%
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 11.2%
10.9%
0.3 pts worse
19.8%
8.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 3.1%
4.7%
1.6 pts better
5.1%
2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.1%
94.0%
4.1 pts better
81.7%
16.4 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 8.6%
11.2%
2.6 pts better
12.0%
3.4 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.4%
1.5%
1.1 pts better
1.6%
1.2 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.0%
93.2%
3.8 pts better
79.7%
17.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 27.3%
23.2%
4.1 pts worse
23.9%
3.4 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-03-28 · Fire 2025-03-28

11 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-12-01 · Fire 2023-12-01

11 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2022-02-11 · Fire 2022-02-11

11 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

11 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (4 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2025-04-18

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-04-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

Corrected 2025-04-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-04-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-04-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-04-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2024-01-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

K300 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

Corrected 2024-01-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2024-01-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-01-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2024-01-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-01-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-03-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

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 2022-03-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2022-03-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2022-03-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-03-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

Corrected 2022-03-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

Corrected 2022-03-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2022-03-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2022-03-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2022-03-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2022-03-16

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-07

F573 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.

Corrected 2025-08-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-16

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2025-08-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-16

F773 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

Corrected 2025-08-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2025-04-26

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2025-04-26

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

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 2025-04-26

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-04-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

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 2025-04-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Corrected 2025-04-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

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 2025-04-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-28

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 2025-04-26

G · Actual harm 2024-09-24

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 2024-10-09

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2024-06-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-06-30

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-12-31

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

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 2023-12-31

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

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 2023-12-31

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-12-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Corrected 2023-12-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2023-12-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

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 2023-12-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-01

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2023-12-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-31

F624 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

Corrected 2023-11-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-05

F742 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Corrected 2023-08-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

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 2022-03-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

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 2022-03-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

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 2022-03-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

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 2022-03-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

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 2022-03-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2022-03-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

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 2022-03-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2022-03-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-11

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 2022-03-13

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$8,018 2024-09-24

Fine

Fine · fine $8,018

Fine

Ownership

Life Generations Healthcare, LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 26 facilities 1998-11-01
Olds, Thomas

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

78% 26 facilities 1998-02-01
Smith, Fred

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

13% 25 facilities 1998-02-01
Mastrocola, Lois

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

9% 26 facilities 1998-02-01
Bmo Bank National Association

5% Or Greater Security Interest · Organization

0% 22 facilities 2023-09-20
Mastrocola, Lois

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 26 facilities 1998-02-01
Mastrocola, Lois

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 26 facilities 1998-02-01
Mastrocola, Lois

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 26 facilities 2023-09-20
Olds, Thomas

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 26 facilities 1998-02-01
Olds, Thomas

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 26 facilities 1998-02-01

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