Santa Clarita Post-Acute Care Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 9/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in California. Families considering this Newhall facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Santa Clarita Post-Acute Care Center provides above-average staffing with 4.19 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent CMS inspections identified 90 deficiencies at Santa Clarita Post-Acute Care Center, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.19 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.18 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.57 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.78 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.32 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0684 Severity EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Dec 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Sep 1, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0558 Severity DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Sep 1, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Sep 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0760 Severity DEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Sep 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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 | 8.1% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.5% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 18.6% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.3% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 5.0% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 4.9% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 13.3% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $118,170
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 9 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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