Nursing home

Vista View Post Acute

304 N. Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92083

★★★★★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 cycle5
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles1
Fines, 3 years$0
Beds176

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 45 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

1 Actual harm to a resident43 No harm, but a risk of harm1 No harm, minimal risk

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
Feb 19, 2026Resident 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
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 20, 2026
Jul 31, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. (F0602)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 30, 2025
Jun 16, 2025Resident rightsProvide 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: Jul 10, 2025
Jun 16, 2025Resident 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
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 10, 2025
Earlier inspections (41)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
May 1, 2025Nursing and physician servicesPost nurse staffing information every day. (F0732)No harm, minimal risk
widespread
Corrected: May 25, 2025
May 1, 2025Resident assessment and care planningPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities (F0645)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 25, 2025
May 1, 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: May 25, 2025
May 1, 2025Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. (F0584)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 25, 2025
Apr 7, 2025Resident rightsKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. (F0583)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 7, 2025
Apr 7, 2025Resident 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: May 7, 2025
Sep 3, 2024Nursing 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: Oct 1, 2024
Jun 21, 2021Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021AdministrationSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. (F0867)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021AdministrationHave a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. (F0865)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Resident 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
Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Nursing and physician servicesDesignate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. (F0841)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Food 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
isolated
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Food and nutritionEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. (F0806)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Quality of life and careProvide or obtain dental services for each resident. (F0791)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021AdministrationKeep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record. (F0775)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Pharmacy 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: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsImplement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. (F0758)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Nursing and physician servicesProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. (F0725)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Quality 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: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Quality of life and careProvide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. (F0694)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Quality 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: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Quality 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: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Quality 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: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Resident 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
Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Resident assessment and care planningCreate 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
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Abuse, neglect and exploitationEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. (F0604)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)Actual harm to a resident
isolated
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Jun 21, 2021Resident 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
isolated
Corrected: Sep 8, 2021
Sep 12, 2019Food 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
isolated
Corrected: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Food 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: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Pharmacy 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
isolated
Corrected: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Nursing and physician servicesProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. (F0725)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Quality of life and careProvide 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: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Quality 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
Corrected: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Resident rightsKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. (F0583)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 11, 2019
Sep 12, 2019Resident 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
isolated
Corrected: Oct 11, 2019

Fines and payment denials

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

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day3.92California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.36California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends3.61California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a year36.5%California median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds176
Residents per day, average149.9
OwnershipFor-profit, limited liability company
Legal business nameVista Skilled LLC
ChainDavid Johnson (50 homes)
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceJan 5, 1987

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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