Nursing home

Gardena Convalescent Center

14819 S. Vermont, Gardena, CA 90247

★★★★★Overall Medicare rating
★★★★★Health inspections
★★★★★Staffing
★★★★★Quality measures

Medicare rates every nursing home from 1 to 5 stars. 5 is much above average, 1 is much below.

Findings, latest cycle11
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles0
Fines, 3 years$0
Beds74

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 50 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

50 No harm, but a risk of harm

Each entry below is a requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet on that date, in the regulator's own English wording.

Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
May 29, 2026Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 20, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Food and nutritionProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure 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. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Resident assessment and care planningAssure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. (F0638)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Resident rightsKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. (F0583)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Jul 9, 2025Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 28, 2025
Earlier inspections (38)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
Mar 27, 2025Nursing and physician servicesEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. (F0726)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 10, 2025
Jan 29, 2025Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 29, 2025Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 29, 2025Resident assessment and care planningAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. (F0636)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Food and nutritionEnsure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. (F0808)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Quality of life and careProvide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. (F0790)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure 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. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. (F0756)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. (F0698)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Quality of life and careProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Quality of life and careProvide 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. (F0688)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Resident assessment and care planningEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. (F0658)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Resident assessment and care planningPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities (F0645)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Resident assessment and care planningCoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. (F0644)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Resident assessment and care planningAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. (F0636)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. (F0607)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician. (F0555)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Apr 10, 2024Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (F0697)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 9, 2024
Feb 28, 2024Quality of life and careProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. (F0677)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 28, 2024
Jan 25, 2024Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 28, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 11, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 11, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Food and nutritionProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 11, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Food and nutritionEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 11, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Food and nutritionEnsure 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. (F0803)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 11, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 11, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. (F0561)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 11, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 11, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. (F0550)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 11, 2024
Dec 26, 2023Abuse, neglect and exploitationRespond appropriately to all alleged violations. (F0610)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 4, 2024
Dec 26, 2023Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 4, 2024

Fines and payment denials

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day3.69California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.36California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends3.25California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a year27.5%California median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds74
Residents per day, average68.0
OwnershipFor-profit, corporation
Legal business nameB & E Convalescent Center Inc.
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceDec 30, 1970

Questions to ask when you call

Source. Medicare Care Compare (CMS Provider Data), data dated Oct 1, 2026. Open this home on Medicare.gov

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