SIERRA VISTA HEALTHCARE Nursing Home


SIERRA VISTA HEALTHCARE (CCN: 555866) is a For profit - Limited Liability company facility located in FRESNO, CA (93702). The facility has an overall rating of 1/5, health inspection rating of 1/5, and a staffing rating of 3/5. It offers 99 certified beds and maintains an average of 92.8 residents per day. The nursing staff includes Nurse Aides, LPNs, and RNs working 4.47900 total hours per resident per day. It has been certified since May 18, 2010 and the last listed health inspection was on September 6, 2022, The facility is located in Fresno county and provides senior and nursing home care.

SIERRA VISTA HEALTHCARE Summary


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Provider Name: SIERRA VISTA HEALTHCARE

Address: 1715 SOUTH CEDAR, FRESNO, CA 93702

Phone: (559) 237-8377

County: Fresno (090)

Ownership Type: For profit - Limited Liability company

Certified Beds: 99

Average Residents Per Day: 92.8 ()

Provider Type: Medicare and Medicaid, Resides in Hospital: No

Legal Business Name: ASFC,LLC

First Approved Date: May 18, 2010

Affiliated Entity: ASPEN SKILLED HEALTHCARE (50)

Retirement Community: N, Special Focus Status:

Ownership Change in Last 12 Months: N

Resident Family Council: Both

Sprinkler System Status: Yes

Overall Rating: 1 ()

Health Inspection Rating: 1 ()

QM Rating: 4 ()

Long Stay QM Rating: 5 ()

Short Stay QM Rating: 4 ()

Staffing Rating: 3 ()

Staffing Report Note:

PT Staffing Note:

Nurse Aide Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.78449, LPN Staff Hours Per Day: 1.2714, RN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.4230, Licensed Staff Hours Per Day: 1.6945

Total Nurse Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 4.47900

Weekend Nurse Staff Hours: 3.80349, Weekend RN Staff Hours: 0.2477

PT Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 0.0973

Nurse Staff Turnover: 57.8, Nurse Turnover Note:

RN Turnover: 63.6, RN Turnover Note:

Admin Left Number: 1, Admin Turnover Note:

Case Mix Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.9779, Case Mix LPN Hours Per Day: 0.6914, Case Mix RN Hours Per Day: 0.3233

Adjusted Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.86796, Adjusted LPN Hours Per Day: 1.3570, Adjusted RN Hours Per Day: 0.4930

Total Adjusted Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 4.71744

Adjusted Weekend Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 4.00596

Health Survey Dates and Scores: Cycle 1: 2022-09-06 (Score: 310), Cycle 2: 2019-08-02 (Score: 100), Cycle 3: 2018-09-07 (Score: 64)

Total Weighted Health Score: 276.50

Reported Incidents: 1, Substantiated Complaints: 1

Infection Control Citations:

Fines and Penalties: Number of Fines: 3, Total Fines in Dollars: 242905.35, Payment Denials Number: 1, Total Penalties Number: 4

Location and GPS: 1715 SOUTH CEDAR,FRESNO,CA,93702 (36.7258, -119.755)

Process Date: 2024-03-01


Health Inspection Citations Details

Each record details specific health deficiencies found during inspections, categorized by type, severity, and whether they were corrected. Below are the severity levels and their implications:

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Severity: H - Level 3: Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: 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.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: 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.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-12-30

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: 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.

Severity: L - Level 4: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: 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.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-12-30

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2022-09-06

Type: Health, Deficiency: Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-11-08

Citation on 2023-02-08

Type: Health, Deficiency: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Severity: G - Level 3: Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-04-06

Citation on 2023-02-08

Type: Health, Deficiency: Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-04-06

Citation on 2019-08-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-08-02

Citation on 2019-08-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: 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.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-08-02

Citation on 2019-08-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: 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.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-08-02

Citation on 2019-08-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-08-02

Citation on 2019-08-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-08-02

Citation on 2019-08-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations and emergencies.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-08-02

Citation on 2019-08-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-08-02

Citation on 2019-08-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-08-02

Citation on 2018-09-07

Type: Health, Deficiency: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-04

Citation on 2018-09-07

Type: Health, Deficiency: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-04

Citation on 2018-09-07

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-04

Citation on 2018-09-07

Type: Health, Deficiency: 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.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-04

Citation on 2018-09-07

Type: Health, Deficiency: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-04

Citation on 2018-09-07

Type: Health, Deficiency: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-04

Citation on 2018-09-07

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-04

Citation on 2018-09-07

Type: Health, Deficiency: Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-04

Citation on 2018-09-07

Type: Health, Deficiency: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-04


Fire Safety Citations Details

Each record details specific fire safety deficiencies found during inspections, categorized by type, severity, and whether they were corrected. Below are the severity levels and their implications:

Citation on 2022-08-29

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0223, Version: New

Description: Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-09-19

Citation on 2022-08-29

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0324, Version: New

Description: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-09-19

Citation on 2022-08-29

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0363, Version: New

Description: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-09-19

Citation on 2022-08-29

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0500, Version: New

Description: Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-09-19

Citation on 2022-08-29

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0918, Version: New

Description: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-09-19

Citation on 2022-08-29

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0920, Version: New

Description: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-09-19

Citation on 2022-08-29

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0926, Version: New

Description: Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-09-19

Citation on 2019-09-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0353, Version: New

Description: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-10-10

Citation on 2019-09-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0363, Version: New

Description: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-10-10

Citation on 2019-09-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0741, Version: New

Description: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-10-10

Citation on 2019-09-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0929, Version: New

Description: Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-10-10

Citation on 2018-11-27

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0345, Version: New

Description: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-18

Citation on 2018-11-27

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0353, Version: New

Description: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Severity: C - Level 1: No actual harm with potential for minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2018-12-18