Bakersfield Post Acute
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
5151 Knudsen Drive · Bakersfield, CA 93308 · 140 certified beds
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CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
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2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
84
July 11, 2023 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-11 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 11, 2023 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-11 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 3, 2023 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-03 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 26, 2023 · D
Citation F0730Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-26 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · D
Citation F0655Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · D
Citation F0688Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · D
Citation F0694Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0694 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · E
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · E
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · E
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 13, 2021 · D
Citation F0554Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-05-13 under CMS tag F0554 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $77,720
Latest: 4.59 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit - Limited Liability company
CMS Care Compare chain: Pacs Group
Chain ID 690 · 280 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Providence Group North LLC
parent · PAC 3476830456
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Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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Median · CA$11,060/moNursing Homes
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