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Vista View Post Acute
304 N. Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92083
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Vista View Post Acute is a For-profit, limited liability company nursing home in Vista, California, certified for 176 beds and caring for about 146 residents a day.
CMS gives it 4 of 5 stars overall, above the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 3, staffing 4 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 45 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (5, 29, 11 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 25.6 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 51.1.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.9 hours per resident per day (0.4 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 31.4%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | San Diego Co. median | California median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 45 | 35 | 44 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 25.6 | 34.2 | 51.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 31.4% | 37.5% | 36.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (83 in the county, 1165 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: California average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 1 May 2025, 21 Jun 2021.
Severity mix: G ×1 D ×37 E ×4 F ×2 C ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Feb 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Mar 2026 |
| 31 Jul 2025 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jun 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 10 Jul 2025 |
| 16 Jun 2025 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Complaint investigation | 10 Jul 2025 |
| 1 May 2025 | F0584 | Honor 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. | D | Standard survey | 25 May 2025 |
| 1 May 2025 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 25 May 2025 |
| 1 May 2025 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 25 May 2025 |
| 1 May 2025 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | C | Standard survey | 25 May 2025 |
| 7 Apr 2025 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 7 Apr 2025 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Sep 2024 | F0726 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Oct 2024 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | F | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | F | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0841 | Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. | E | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0688 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0694 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0758 | Implement 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. | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0775 | Keep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record. | D | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 8 Sep 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 21 Jun 2021 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 18 Nov 2021 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0803 | Ensure 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. | E | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
| 12 Sep 2019 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 11 Oct 2019 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 31.4%, RNs 35.3%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | California median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 7.0% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.0% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 9.3% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.3% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 5.8% | 9.1% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. CMS groups this facility with 48 facilities under an individual owner's name; this site does not publish people's names, so no chain page is linked. Legal business name: Vista Skilled Llc.
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Skilled LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 08/16/2022 |
| North Melrose Property Holdings, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/2022 |
| Sun Meridian Management Services LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/22/2021 |
| Vbn New York LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/2022 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in San Diego County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Hills Nursing Center | La Mesa | 100 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 37 | 37.0 | $13K | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Arroyo Vista Nursing Center | San Diego | 53 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 26 | 49.1 | — | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Bayshire Torrey Pines Post-Acute | San Diego | 45 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 50 | 111.1 | $87K | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Bradley Court | El Cajon | 56 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 33.9 | — | 13 Mar 2025 |
| Carlsbad By the Sea | Carlsbad | 33 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 24.2 | — | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Escondido Post Acute | Escondido | 180 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 42 | 23.3 | — | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Friendship Manor Nursing & Rehab Center | National City | 104 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 29 | 27.9 | $297K | 24 Jul 2025 |
| Glenbrook | Carlsbad | 94 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 24 | 25.5 | $9K | 19 Sep 2025 |
All 83 facilities in San Diego County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Vista View Post Acute been cited for?
45 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.
Has Vista View Post Acute been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Vista View Post Acute compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.9 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Vista View Post Acute?
CMS groups it with other facilities under an individual owner, whose name this site does not publish. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Vista Skilled LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Vista View Post Acute last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 19 Feb 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 1 May 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.