El Cerrito, CA

Shields Nursing Center

3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 13 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

3230 Carlson Boulevard, El Cerrito, CA

(510) 525-3212

Compare this facility

Overall

3 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

3 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

Certified beds

Average residents

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1989-05-17

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.87

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.89

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.75

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.78

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

38%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

32%

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	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	3.4%	1.6% 1.8 pts worse	3.3% 0.1 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms	0.0%	6.8% 6.8 pts better	11.4% 11.4 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight	8.4%	4.1% 4.3 pts worse	5.4% 3 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication	9.2%	13.7% 4.5 pts better	19.6% 10.4 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication	8.9%	14.2% 5.3 pts better	16.7% 7.8 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 need for help with daily activities has increased	6.2%	10.7% 4.5 pts better	14.9% 8.7 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	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	5.8%	10.9% 5.1 pts better	19.8% 14 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers	6.9%	4.7% 2.2 pts worse	5.1% 1.8 pts worse	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	7.8%	11.2% 3.4 pts better	12.0% 4.2 pts better	Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication	1.4%	1.5% 0.1 pts better	1.6% 0.2 pts better	Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine	99.1%	93.2% 5.9 pts better	79.7% 19.4 pts better	Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission	21.0%	23.2% 2.2 pts better	23.9% 2.9 pts better	Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-06-05 · Fire 2025-06-05

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-11-17 · Fire 2023-11-17

8 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (2 deficiencies)

10 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2022-11-17 · Fire 2022-11-17

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Infection Control (3 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-07-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-07-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-07-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2025-07-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-07-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2025-07-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2023-12-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

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 2023-12-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-12-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-12-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-12-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2023-12-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2023-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2023-12-13

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-12-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

Corrected 2022-12-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2022-12-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-12-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2022-12-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2022-12-14

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-20

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2026-01-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-20

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 2026-01-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-19

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2026-01-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

F565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Corrected 2025-06-29

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

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 2025-06-29

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

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 2025-06-29

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

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 2025-06-29

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

F813 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-06-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected 2025-06-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

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 2025-06-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-05

F849 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

Corrected 2025-06-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

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 2025-06-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-06-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-30

F636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Corrected 2025-02-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-04

F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected 2024-05-09

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-04

F660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-05-09

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

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 2024-01-18

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

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 2024-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Corrected 2024-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-17

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 2024-01-18

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

F868 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Corrected 2023-01-12

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-01-12

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

F882 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

Corrected 2023-01-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2023-01-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected 2023-01-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-17

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 2023-01-12

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Shields, Willie

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

51% 2 facilities 1978-11-29

Shields, Monique

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

49% 2 facilities 2001-06-01

Avery, Karen