9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
9 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (4 deficiencies)
Vista, CA
5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 9 recent health deficiencies with 9 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
2000 Westwood Road, Vista, CA
(760) 630-2273
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
119
Certified beds
Average residents
115
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
The Ensign Group
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1990-05-30
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Chain footprint
329 facilities
Chain averages 3 overall / 3 health / 3 staffing / 4 quality stars
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
Yes
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.77
Registered nurse staffing · state 0.65 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
0.97
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 1.22 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
2.54
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.64 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
4.28
All reported nurse hours · state 4.51 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
1.74
RN + LPN hours · state 1.87 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
3.69
Weekend nurse staffing · state 4.08 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.51
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.50 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.15
Reported PT staffing · state 0.10 · national 0.07
Adjusted RN hours
0.81
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
4.51
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.30
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
31%
Annual RN turnover · state 42% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
35%
Annual nurse turnover · state 38% · national 46%
SNF VBP
Program rank
7,493
Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.
Performance score
29.59
Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.
Payment multiplier
0.9855
Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.
Program components
Readmission
1.08
Baseline 15.10% · Performance 20.93% · Measure score 1.08 · Achievement 1.08 · Improvement 0
Healthcare-associated infections
0
Baseline 4.42% · Performance 9.57% · Measure score 0 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 0
Total nurse turnover
7.80
Baseline 41.67% · Performance 31.82% · Measure score 7.80 · Achievement 7.80 · Improvement 5.36
Adjusted total nurse staffing
2.97
Baseline 3.71 hours · Performance 3.92 hours · Measure score 2.97 · Achievement 2.97 · Improvement 0.52
SNF QRP
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | 9.61% |
10.72%
1.1 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 325 · Observed rate 8.31% · Lower 95% interval 7.4% |
| Discharge to community | 65.8% |
50.57%
15.2 pts better
|
Better than the National Rate · Eligible stays 286 · Observed rate 60.84% · Lower 95% interval 59.97% |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | 1.02 |
1.02
About the same
|
|
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | 93.98% |
95.27%
1.3 pts worse
|
Numerator 203 · Denominator 216 |
| Falls with major injury | 1.39% |
0.77%
0.6 pts worse
|
Numerator 3 · Denominator 216 |
| Discharge self-care score | 58.02% |
53.69%
4.3 pts better
|
Numerator 76 · Denominator 131 |
| Discharge mobility score | 30.53% |
50.94%
20.4 pts worse
|
Numerator 40 · Denominator 131 |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | 0.93% |
2.29%
1.4 pts better
|
Numerator 2 · Denominator 216 · Adjusted rate 0.73% |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | 9.57% |
7.12%
2.5 pts worse
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 184 · Observed rate 10.33% · Lower 95% interval 6.51% |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 2.61% |
8.2%
5.6 pts worse
|
Numerator 6 · Denominator 230 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 15.26% |
42%
26.7 pts worse
|
Numerator 38 · Denominator 249 |
| Discharge function score | 47.33% |
56.45%
9.1 pts worse
|
Numerator 62 · Denominator 131 |
| Transfer of health information to provider | 98.08% |
95.95%
2.1 pts better
|
Numerator 102 · Denominator 104 |
| Transfer of health information to patient | 97.7% |
96.28%
1.4 pts better
|
Numerator 85 · Denominator 87 |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | 12.04% |
25.2%
13.2 pts worse
|
Numerator 13 · Denominator 108 |
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.2 |
2.3
1.1 pts better
|
1.9
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.2 · Observed 1.2 · Expected 1.8 · Used in QM five-star |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.6 |
1.6
1 pts better
|
1.8
1.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.6 · Observed 0.6 · Expected 1.7 · Used in QM five-star |
| 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 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| 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 · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.6% |
1.6%
About the same
|
3.3%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 1.3% · Q3 2.4% · Q4 2.6% · 4Q avg 1.6% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 2.0% |
6.8%
4.8 pts better
|
11.4%
9.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 5.2% · Q2 1.3% · Q3 1.3% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 2.0% |
| 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 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 1.3% · Q3 1.3% · Q4 1.4% · 4Q avg 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 23.5% |
13.7%
9.8 pts worse
|
19.6%
3.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 24.4% · Q2 23.1% · Q3 24.7% · Q4 21.8% · 4Q avg 23.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 12.9% |
14.2%
1.3 pts better
|
16.7%
3.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 12.9% · Used in QM five-star |
| 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 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 4.2% |
11.0%
6.8 pts better
|
16.3%
12.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 5.8% · Q2 3.0% · Q3 7.6% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 4.2% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 6.6% |
10.7%
4.1 pts better
|
14.9%
8.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 8.0% · Q2 1.4% · Q3 8.1% · Q4 8.6% · 4Q avg 6.6% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.3% |
1.0%
0.7 pts better
|
1.0%
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 1.2% · 4Q avg 0.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.3% |
1.2%
0.9 pts better
|
1.7%
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 1.4% · 4Q avg 0.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 13.1% |
10.9%
2.2 pts worse
|
19.8%
6.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 15.1% · Q2 14.4% · Q3 11.1% · Q4 11.6% · 4Q avg 13.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.1% |
4.7%
2.6 pts better
|
5.1%
3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 2.7% · Q2 2.9% · Q3 2.7% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 2.1% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.5% |
94.0%
4.5 pts better
|
81.7%
16.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 97.9% · Q2 97.5% · Q3 99.0% · Q4 99.7% · 4Q avg 98.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 9.1% |
11.2%
2.1 pts better
|
12.0%
2.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 9.1% · Observed 8.9% · Expected 11.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.8% |
1.5%
0.7 pts better
|
1.6%
0.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.7% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.5% · Q4 1.0% · 4Q avg 0.8% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 96.1% |
93.2%
2.9 pts better
|
79.7%
16.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 96.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 27.9% |
23.2%
4.7 pts worse
|
23.9%
4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 27.9% · Observed 25.5% · Expected 21.7% · Used in QM five-star |
Survey summary
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
9 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (4 deficiencies)
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (5 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-12-09
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-11-19
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 2025-11-19
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-11-19
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2025-11-19
Fire Safety
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Corrected 2025-11-19
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-11-19
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-11-19
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2025-11-19
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2022-09-19
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 2022-09-19
Fire Safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Corrected 2022-09-19
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-09-19
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-09-19
Fire Safety
Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles.
Corrected 2019-05-16
Fire Safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Corrected 2019-05-16
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2019-05-16
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2019-05-16
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 2019-05-16
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2019-05-16
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2019-05-16
Inspection history
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2025-12-20
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 2025-12-20
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-12-20
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-12-20
Health
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected 2025-12-20
Health
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-12-20
Health
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected 2025-12-20
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2025-12-20
Health
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected 2025-12-20
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-10-01
Health
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected 2024-05-01
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-05-25
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 2022-09-26
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 2022-09-26
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2022-09-26
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2022-09-26
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2022-09-26
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 2022-09-26
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 2022-09-26
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2022-09-26
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2022-09-26
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2022-09-26
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2019-03-28
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2019-03-28
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2019-03-28
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2019-03-28
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2019-03-28
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2019-03-28
Health
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected 2019-03-28
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2019-03-28
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2019-03-28
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 2019-03-28
Penalties and ownership
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Nearby options
Oceanside, CA
5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 4 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
Vista, CA
3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with abuse icon flag with 9 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
Carlsbad, CA
5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
Jump out