nursing home in Lomita, CA

Lomita Post-Acute Care Center

1955 Lomita Blvd, Lomita, CA 90717 · (310) 325-1970

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Lomita Post-Acute Care Center at a glance

Lomita Post-Acute Care Center is a 71-bed for-profit nursing home in Lomita, California (Los Angeles County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the California average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (December 11, 2025) found 23 health citations. The California average is 15.5.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 35.3% per year (state average 36.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Individual
Beds
71
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
The Ensign Group
Medicare-certified since
September 1, 1971
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Los Angeles County
CMS Certification Number
055262

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.4 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility4.11 hrsCalifornia average4.52 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)4.11 hrs4.52 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.46 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.33 hrs2.65 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.57 hrs4.09 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)35.3%36.7%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)44.4%38.1%42.9%Average
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility23California average16U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)23169Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)143Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)105105.880.6Worse

Penalties

This facility0California average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$23,986$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds7199107
Average residents per day628886
Occupancy87.7%88.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0%California average1.6%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0%1.6%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)7.4%4.3%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)9.5%12%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.9%0.8%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)4.3%10.2%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)7.2%9.8%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.7%4%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)1.5%7.3%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.4%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)3.2%13.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)3.7%10.2%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%98.2%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%98.6%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility2.2%California average1.5%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)2.2%1.5%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)81.7%93.2%79.8%Average
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)90.2%94.4%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 51 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
February 10, 2026
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 2, 2026
December 11, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 6, 2026
December 11, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 5, 2026
December 11, 2025
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 8, 2026
December 11, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 8, 2026
December 11, 2025
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 5, 2026
December 11, 2025
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 6, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 6, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 8, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 3, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 6, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 2, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 6, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 5, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 9, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 2, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 5, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 5, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 5, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 6, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 5, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
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.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 4, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 6, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 6, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 6, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected January 6, 2026
July 22, 2025
Complaint
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 11, 2025
April 22, 2025
Complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 5, 2025
March 29, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 29, 2025
March 11, 2025
Complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 1, 2025
November 1, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 6, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
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.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 28, 2024
November 1, 2024
Standard
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected November 28, 2024
October 19, 2023
Fire safety
Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0343
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 2023
October 19, 2023
Standard
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected November 10, 2023

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
CRETZ, DERECK
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/29/2025
ENSIGN SERVICES INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/02/2022
TARNG, WILLIAM
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/29/2025
WILLITS, ADAM
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023
BURNAM, SOON
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE11/08/2022
KEETCH, CHAD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2011
KIM, JESSE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023
SATO, AMI
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2024
PORT, BARRY
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/29/2025
CRETZ, DERECK
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023
TARNG, WILLIAM
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023
CRETZ, DERECK
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023
TARNG, WILLIAM
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023
TWOMAGNETS LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lomita Post-Acute Care Center's rating?

Lomita Post-Acute Care Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for California nursing homes is 3.2 stars.

How many inspection citations did Lomita Post-Acute Care Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 23 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Lomita Post-Acute Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Lomita Post-Acute Care Center?

It is for profit - individual and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Lomita Post-Acute Care Center and how do I contact it?

Lomita Post-Acute Care Center is at 1955 Lomita Blvd, Lomita, CA 90717. Phone: (310) 325-1970.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.