nursing home in Ewa Beach, HI
Kulana Malama
91-1360 Karayan Street, Ewa Beach, HI 96706 · (808) 681-1200
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Kulana Malama at a glance
Kulana Malama is a 33-bed for-profit nursing home in Ewa Beach, Hawaii (Honolulu County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Hawaii average of 3.7.
Residents receive about 9.8 hours of nursing care per day (5.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 26, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Hawaii average is 9.2.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $14,069.
Nursing staff turnover is 41% per year (state average 36.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 33
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 2007
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Honolulu County
- CMS Certification Number
- 125057
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 9.84 hrs | 4.97 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.38 hrs | 1.75 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.26 hrs | 2.88 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 9.24 hrs | 4.41 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41% | 36.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.7% | 31.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 20 | 67.9 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $14,069 | $19,339 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 33 | 101 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 34 | 82 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 100% | 81.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 1.9% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.5% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 11.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.3% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 54.5% | 9.1% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 1.5% | 17.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 96.1% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 25.9% | 82.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 7, 2025 |
| September 26, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 30, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Complaint | 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 November 7, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 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 30, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | Provide or arrange emergency care by a doctor 24 hours a day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0713 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 20, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | 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 March 30, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 28, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 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 July 28, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 28, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 28, 2024 |
| June 6, 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 July 28, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 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 July 28, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 28, 2024 |
| June 23, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| June 23, 2023 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| June 23, 2023 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 July 14, 2023 |
| June 23, 2023 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| June 23, 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 July 14, 2023 |
| June 23, 2023 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $14,069 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2025 | Fine | $14,069 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PACIFIC SKILLED HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/30/2022 |
| OLSEN, SPENCER Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 73% | 06/30/2022 |
| SORENSEN, KRISTEN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 13% | 06/30/2022 |
| ITO, RANDALL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| LEFLER, TYRUS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2022 |
| OLSEN, SPENCER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2022 |
| PANG, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| YOSHIDA, CYNTHIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| ITO, RANDALL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| ITO, RANDALL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kulana Malama's rating?
Kulana Malama has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Hawaii nursing homes is 3.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Kulana Malama receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Hawaii average of 9.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Kulana Malama 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 Kulana Malama?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Kulana Malama and how do I contact it?
Kulana Malama is at 91-1360 Karayan Street, Ewa Beach, HI 96706. Phone: (808) 681-1200.
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.