Santa Cruz Post Acute has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 19/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in California. Families considering this Santa Cruz facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Santa Cruz Post Acute is near the national average, with 3.96 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent inspections identified 82 deficiencies at Santa Cruz Post Acute. 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 | 3.96 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.04 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.48 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.63 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.32 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0658 Severity DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Nov 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Nov 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Nov 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0552 Severity DEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Jul 7, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity EDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Mar 2, 2025 · 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 | 3.1% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 2.9% | 3.0% | Average |
| On antipsychotic medication | 9.6% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 5.0% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 1.5% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 16.7% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $205,264
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 19 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 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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