Nursing Homes · Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield Post Acute
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SOURCE DATA AUG 2026
Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Kern River Transitional Care
5151 Knudsen Drive · Bakersfield, CA 93308 · 140 certified beds
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About Kern River Transitional Care
Kern River Transitional Care is a nursing home in Bakersfield, California. Public records list 140 beds. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Pacs Group. It is Medicare certified. We hold 95 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 29 April 2026. CMS also lists 1 fine or payment denial action against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.52 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
83
Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
84
1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
80
Inspection history (95)
Records from May 2021 to April 2026.
April 29, 2026 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-29 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-29.GOVApril 29, 2026 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-29 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-29.GOVJuly 28, 2025 · D
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-28 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-28.GOVJuly 28, 2025 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-28 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-28.GOVJuly 28, 2025 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-28 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-28.GOVJuly 28, 2025 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-28 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-28.GOVMay 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-16 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-16.GOVMay 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0849Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-15 under CMS tag F0849 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-15.GOVMay 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-15 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-15.GOVApril 24, 2025 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · D
Citation F0790Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0790 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · E
Citation F0867Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · D
Citation F0679Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0679 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · D
Citation F0687Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0687 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate foot care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · E
Citation F0868Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · E
Citation F0655Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · D
Citation F0623Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0623 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOVApril 24, 2025 · E
Citation F0850Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-24 under CMS tag F0850 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-24.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $77,720
December 7, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-130350CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $77,720 against this nursing home on 2023-12-07 (Fine ID: 130350). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-07.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 4.52 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q44.59 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-014.59 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-014.52 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-014.52 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q14.52 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.08 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Pacs Group
Chain ID 690 · 274 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 2.9
- Chain average health inspection rating: 2.5
- Chain average staffing rating: 2.5
- Chain average quality measure rating: 4.4
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Pacs Holdings, LLC
parent · PAC 6103289202
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.
Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical CA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.
Nursing Homes
Median · CA$12,167/moSee full CA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Ownership type, Parent organization
- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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