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96/100SHARP CHULA VISTA MED CTR SNF Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (CHULA VISTA, California)
751 MEDICAL CENTER COURT, CHULA VISTA, California 91911
Phone: 6195023540
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
100
Avg Residents/Day
80.8
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
San Diego
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health4/5
Staffing5/5
Quality4/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | California Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 1.39 | 0.68 | +0.72 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 5.24 | 4.54 | +0.69 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 5/5 | 3.3/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 21.1% | 36.6% | - |
Health Citation History
34 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-26 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | 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. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Administration Deficiencies | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | 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. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Administration Deficiencies | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-02 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-09 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G – Actual Harm |
| 2023-11-09 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | 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. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Administration Deficiencies | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | 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. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Administration Deficiencies | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
17 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-26 | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-26 | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Egress Deficiencies | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-10 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-09 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
0
Total Penalties
No penalty records found.
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