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Findings, latest cycle32
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles2
Fines, 3 years$14,950
Beds162
Inspection findings
Inspectors recorded 66 findings in the last three inspection cycles.
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 date | Area | Requirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English) | Severity | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | Resident assessment and care planning | Safeguard 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 | no plan of correction on file |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Pharmacy and medications | Ensure 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 · from a complaint | no plan of correction on file |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Pharmacy and medications | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. (F0760) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | no plan of correction on file |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Building and environment | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. (F0921) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Infection control | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Food and nutrition | Procure 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: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Pharmacy and medications | Ensure 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: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Pharmacy and medications | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Pharmacy and medications | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. (F0757) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Pharmacy and medications | Provide 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 isolated | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Nursing and physician services | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. (F0712) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Quality of life and care | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (F0697) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Quality of life and care | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. (F0690) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Quality of life and care | Ensure 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 pattern | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Quality of life and care | Provide 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: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Quality of life and care | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Resident assessment and care planning | Develop 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 | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Resident assessment and care planning | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Resident rights | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. (F0628) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Resident rights | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. (F0585) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Resident rights | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. (F0578) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Resident rights | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. (F0554) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Resident rights | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. (F0552) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 14, 2026 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Building and environment | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. (F0921) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern · from a complaint | Corrected: Aug 13, 2026 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Food and nutrition | Procure 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 · from a complaint | Corrected: Aug 13, 2026 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Quality of life and care | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern · from a complaint | Corrected: Aug 13, 2026 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Resident assessment and care planning | Develop 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: Aug 13, 2026 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Resident assessment and care planning | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted (F0655) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: Aug 13, 2026 |
Earlier inspections (38)
| Inspection date | Area | Requirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English) | Severity | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | Resident assessment and care planning | Safeguard 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 | no plan of correction on file |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Abuse, neglect and exploitation | Timely 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: Apr 3, 2026 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Abuse, neglect and exploitation | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. (F0607) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: Apr 3, 2026 |
| Nov 19, 2025 | Quality of life and care | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: Dec 4, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Building and environment | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. (F0921) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Infection control | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Resident assessment and care planning | Safeguard 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 pattern | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Food and nutrition | Procure 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 isolated | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Quality of life and care | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. (F0790) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Pharmacy and medications | Ensure 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: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Pharmacy and medications | Provide 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 isolated | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Quality of life and care | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Quality of life and care | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. (F0690) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Quality of life and care | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Quality of life and care | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. (F0676) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Resident assessment and care planning | Develop 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: Sep 2, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Resident assessment and care planning | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Resident rights | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. (F0580) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Resident rights | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. (F0554) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 30, 2025 |
| Jul 11, 2025 | Resident assessment and care planning | Safeguard 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: Aug 3, 2025 |
| Jul 11, 2025 | Quality of life and care | Ensure 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: Aug 3, 2025 |
| Jul 11, 2025 | Resident assessment and care planning | Develop 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: Aug 3, 2025 |
| Jul 11, 2025 | Resident assessment and care planning | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: Aug 3, 2025 |
| Jul 11, 2025 | Resident rights | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. (F0580) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: Aug 3, 2025 |
| Apr 29, 2025 | Quality of life and care | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686) | Actual harm to a resident isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: May 23, 2025 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Building and environment | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. (F0921) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Infection control | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Food and nutrition | Procure 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: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Food and nutrition | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Pharmacy and medications | Provide 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 isolated | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Quality of life and care | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. (F0698) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Quality of life and care | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (F0697) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Quality of life and care | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Quality of life and care | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689) | Actual harm to a resident isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Quality of life and care | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. (F0677) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Resident assessment and care planning | Develop 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 | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Resident rights | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Resident rights | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. (F0557) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Aug 15, 2024 |
Fines and payment denials
Federal fines in the last three years: $14,950 (1). Payment denials: 0.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2025 | Fine | $14,950 |
Staffing
| Nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.40 | California median: 4.27 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.30 | California median: 0.52 |
| Nurse staff hours on weekends | 4.01 | California median: 3.85 |
| Nursing staff who left within a year | 30.6% | California median: 36.0% |
About this home
| Beds | 162 |
| Residents per day, average | 148.7 |
| Ownership | For-profit, limited liability company |
| Legal business name | Ensign Whittier West LLC |
| Chain | The Ensign Group (347 homes) |
| In Medicare/Medicaid since | Dec 31, 1971 |
Questions to ask when you call
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Source. Medicare Care Compare (CMS Provider Data), data dated Oct 1, 2026. Open this home on Medicare.gov · Report an error
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