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Watsonville Post Acute Center
525 Auto Center Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076
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.
Certified for 95 beds, Watsonville Post Acute Center serves Watsonville in Santa Cruz County, California and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1968.
CMS gives it 5 of 5 stars overall, above the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 4, staffing 4 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 35 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (6, 8, 21 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 36.8 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 51.1.
CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: fines totalling $8K.
Reported nurse staffing is 4.1 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 41.3%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Santa Cruz Co. median | California median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 35 | 42 | 44 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 36.8 | 39.0 | 51.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 41.3% | 46.2% | 36.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $8,018 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (7 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: 29 Aug 2025, 8 Mar 2024.
Severity mix: G ×1 D ×15 E ×13 F ×6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 18 Sep 2025 |
| 29 Aug 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Standard survey | 18 Sep 2025 |
| 29 Aug 2025 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | E | Standard survey | 18 Sep 2025 |
| 29 Aug 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 18 Sep 2025 |
| 29 Aug 2025 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 18 Sep 2025 |
| 29 Aug 2025 | 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 Sep 2025 |
| 8 Mar 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2024 |
| 8 Mar 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2024 |
| 8 Mar 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Standard survey | 8 May 2024 |
| 8 Mar 2024 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 8 May 2024 |
| 8 Mar 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2024 |
| 8 Mar 2024 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2024 |
| 8 Mar 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2024 |
| 8 Mar 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0801 | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | F | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | F | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0578 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | E | Standard survey | 4 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | E | Standard survey | 31 Dec 2021 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0805 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | E | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0640 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | D | Standard survey | 4 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 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 | 5 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 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 | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
| 13 Dec 2021 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2022 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Mar 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 41.3%, RNs 50.0%; 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 | 12.1% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 12.1% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.2% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 10.2% | 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. Legal business name: Cf Watsonville West Llc. Chain: Cambridge Healthcare Services (32 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Facilities Operations LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/20/2026 |
| Bering Properties LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 02/01/2007 |
| Crescent Facilities Operations LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 12/19/2006 |
| Jenmax Enterprises LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 02/01/2007 |
| Jk-Csh Jv LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 11/01/2006 |
| Manhattan Five Partners LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 11/01/2006 |
| Win Win Enterprises, LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 02/01/2007 |
| Bh Alliance | Indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2006 |
| Cambridge Healthcare Services LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2014 |
| 525 Auto Center LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2006 |
| Cambridge Healthcare Services LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/11/2025 |
| Jenmax Enterprises LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2006 |
| Jk-Csh Jv LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2006 |
| Win Win Enterprises, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2006 |
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 Santa Cruz County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Coast Manor | Capitola | 99 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 27 | 27.3 | — | 2 Apr 2025 |
| Driftwood Healthcare Center - Santa Cruz | Santa Cruz | 92 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 51 | 55.4 | — | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Manresa Healthcare Center | Watsonville | 59 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 23 | 39.0 | — | 18 Nov 2025 |
| Redwood Grove Post Acute | Santa Cruz | 144 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 42 | 29.2 | — | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Watsonville Nursing Center | Watsonville | 87 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 42 | 48.3 | $44K | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Santa Cruz Post Acute | Santa Cruz | 149 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 83 | 55.7 | $162K | 11 May 2026 |
All 7 facilities in Santa Cruz County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Watsonville Post Acute Center been cited for?
35 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 Watsonville Post Acute Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $8K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Watsonville Post Acute Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 4.1 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Watsonville Post Acute Center?
It is part of the Cambridge Healthcare Services chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Crescent Facilities Operations LLC, Bering Properties LLC and Crescent Facilities Operations LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Watsonville Post Acute Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 29 Aug 2025; the most recent standard health survey was 29 Aug 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.