Palomar Vista Healthcare Center

Inspection history (51)

Records from May 2023 to January 2026.

• January 15, 2026 · E

  Citation F0627

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-15 under CMS tag F0627 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0552

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 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 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0645

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0761

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 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 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0814

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0693

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0561

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0561 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0656

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 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 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0641

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0755

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · E

  Citation F0803

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · E

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0558

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 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 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · E

  Citation F0605

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0605 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · E

  Citation F0658

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0880

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0700

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0700 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0842

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 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 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · E

  Citation F0584

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2025 · D

  Citation F0679

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-12 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 2025-10-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 4.52 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Ownership

For profit

1. Parent organization: The Ensign Group INC

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1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

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3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

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5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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