nursing home in Ridgecrest, CA
Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili
1081 North China Lake Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 · (760) 446-3551
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili at a glance
Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili is a 124-bed non-profit nursing home in Ridgecrest, California (Kern 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 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 26, 2026) found 9 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $27,716.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.4% per year (state average 36.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 124
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 11, 2012
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Kern County
- CMS Certification Number
- 555877
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.41 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.64 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.57 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.65 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.4% | 36.7% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 71.4% | 38.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 16 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 93 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | California 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) | $27,716 | $23,986 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 124 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 78 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 63.1% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.4% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.4% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.5% | 12% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.9% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 24.2% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.9% | 4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 18% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.8% | 10.2% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.2% | 98.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.2% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.9% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 46 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 2026 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 | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| May 19, 2026 Complaint | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| May 19, 2026 Complaint | 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 June 30, 2026 |
| May 19, 2026 Complaint | 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 June 30, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 19, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 19, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 24, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 March 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2026 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 7, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 7, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 7, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 7, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 7, 2025 |
| March 6, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0945 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 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 April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | 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 April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 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 April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 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 April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 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 April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 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 April 14, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Complaint | 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 February 11, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 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 December 19, 2024 |
| December 18, 2024 Complaint | 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 December 19, 2024 |
| October 15, 2024 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 15, 2024 Complaint | 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 November 22, 2024 |
| May 14, 2024 Complaint | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 14, 2024 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 June 14, 2024 |
| May 14, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 1, 2024 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 May 28, 2024 |
| April 29, 2024 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 8, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 21, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0620 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 14, 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 April 5, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| November 17, 2023 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 11, 2023 |
| November 17, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 11, 2023 |
| October 9, 2023 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 30, 2023 |
| October 9, 2023 Complaint | 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 October 30, 2023 |
| October 9, 2023 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 October 30, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $27,716 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 14, 2024 | Payment Denial | 13 days from July 8, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 | Fine | $27,716 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABU-ISSA, SHROOQ Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| COSNER, LAWRENCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| ELLIS, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| HANNON, MARGARET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2017 |
| HASLAM, GEORGE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| HOPPUS, MARTHA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| LYONS, DANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
| READ, ANITA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2017 |
| RIZZARDINI, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
| SORBO, PAIGE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2017 |
| THARP, JUDITH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| SUVER, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/17/2009 |
| LOCK, KIMBERLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2015 |
| SUVER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/17/2009 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili's rating?
Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili 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 Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili 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 Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili and how do I contact it?
Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili is at 1081 North China Lake Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Phone: (760) 446-3551.
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.