Gardena Convalescent Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 54/100. The facility ranks in the 44th percentile among California nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Gardena Convalescent Center provides above-average staffing with 4.39 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 54 deficiencies at Gardena Convalescent Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.39 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.35 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.60 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.90 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.26 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jul 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0726 Severity DEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Mar 26, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0636 Severity DAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Jan 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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.Jan 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jan 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 | 4.9% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 4.5% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.6% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 12.4% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.2% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 1.3% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 54 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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