C

WATSONVILLE NURSING CENTER

535 AUTO CENTER DRIVE, WATSONVILLE, CA 95076
Score: 58 / 100

Watsonville Nursing Center is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 58/100. Located in Watsonville, California, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.

Staffing at Watsonville Nursing Center is near the national average, with 4.03 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 43 deficiencies at Watsonville Nursing Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.03 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.61 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.93 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.49 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.76 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.43 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

43
Total Deficiencies
Jan 8, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 3 Minor 🟠 40 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0697 Severity E
    Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
    Jan 8, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Jan 8, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jan 8, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jan 8, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0645 Severity D
    PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
    Jan 8, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 2.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.7% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 9.9% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 9.5% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 3.8% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 11.6% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $44,488

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 58 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -4 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
87
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 8, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10