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HomeCaliforniaBuena Vista Care Center

Buena Vista Care Center

160 South Patterson Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 931118059644871Google Maps
4.5on Google(8 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
150
certified

How Buena Vista Care Center Compares in California

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
CA average
3.2/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
CA average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
3/5
CA average
3.3/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.91 hrs/day
CA average
4.52 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.44 hrs/day
CA average
0.67 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
47.6%
CA average
36.7%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the California average of 3.2/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the California average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.91 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 4.52.
Reported RN time is 0.44 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.67.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
14
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 17, 2025
Most recent cycle
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 10, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 5 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,476/mo
California median
Private Room
$13,870/mo
California median
Santa Barbara County 65+
70,948
15.9% of county
County Population
445,213
Santa Barbara County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Buena Vista Care Center is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Santa Barbara, California with 150 certified beds. It has been operating since 1989. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
150
Avg Residents/Day
120.3
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 20, 1989
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Santa Barbara
Last Inspection
Apr 10, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9
Weighted Score
112.3
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (32)

F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Apr 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Apr 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0805Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Survey: Apr 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 14, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Actual Harm

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

Survey: Oct 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Oct 3, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Oct 3, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Aug 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0921Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Jan 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jan 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Jan 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Aug 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0568Potential for Harm

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Survey: Apr 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Dec 26, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Mar 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Mar 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 3, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 2 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.36 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.10 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.44 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.91 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.47 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
47.6%
RN Turnover
57.1%
Administrators Left
2

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (29)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
COVENANT CARE CALIFORNIA, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 17, 2008
COVENANT CARE, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 17, 2008
CENTRE CAPITAL INVESTORS V, LP5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 17, 2008
CENTRE COVENANT PURCHASER (B), LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 17, 2008
CENTRE COVENANT PURCHASER (Q), LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 17, 2008
CENTRE COVENANT PURCHASER (S), LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 19, 2008
CENTRE V SECONDARY FUND, L.P.5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 17, 2008
COVENANT HOLDCO, LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 17, 2008
COVENANT SUBCO, LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 17, 2008
STATE TREASURER OF MICH CUSTODIAN OF PUBLIC SCHOOL EMPL RTMNT SYSTEMS5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 19, 2008
STOCKWELL FUND II LP5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 19, 2008
EVANS, MARY5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJul 17, 2008
LEVIN, ROBERT5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJul 17, 2008
SIMS, CHRISTINE5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJul 17, 2008
TOROK, ANDREW5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJul 17, 2008
MIDCAP FUNDING IV TRUST5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AFeb 20, 2014
ASHLEY, DAVACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 17, 2018
CARNEY, KEVINCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2013
EVANS, MARYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2013
HASSELL, LANCECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 17, 2018
LEVIN, ROBERTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2013
SIMS, CHRISTINECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2013
TOROK, ANDREWCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2013
ASHLEY, DAVAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 26, 2018
EVANS, MARYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 14, 2006
HASSELL, LANCEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 17, 2018
LEVIN, ROBERTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 14, 2006
SIMS, CHRISTINEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 14, 2006
SPARKS, CAROLOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 17, 2006

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Buena Vista Care Center and nearby alternatives.

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Buena Vista Care Center
Santa Barbara, CACurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Channel Islands Post Acute
Santa Barbara, CA3.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Valle Verde Health Facility
Santa Barbara, CA3.5 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility
Santa Barbara, CA4.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Mission Park Healthcare Center
Santa Barbara, CA4.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
The Californian
Santa Barbara, CA5.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Casa Dorinda
Santa Barbara, CA9.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $8,278
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Buena Vista Care Center
Santa Barbara, CA · Current facility
—2/52/53/5None recorded
Channel Islands Post Acute
Santa Barbara, CA
3.4 mi3/54/54/5None recorded
Valle Verde Health Facility
Santa Barbara, CA
3.5 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility
Santa Barbara, CA
4.6 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Mission Park Healthcare Center
Santa Barbara, CA
4.6 mi5/55/53/5None recorded
The Californian
Santa Barbara, CA
5.1 mi5/55/53/5None recorded
Casa Dorinda
Santa Barbara, CA
9.7 mi4/54/51/5$8,278

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Buena Vista Care Center?▾
Buena Vista Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Buena Vista Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in California is $11,476/month for a semi-private room and $13,870/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Buena Vista Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Buena Vista Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Buena Vista Care Center had 9 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 10, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Buena Vista Care Center?▾
Buena Vista Care Center provides 3.91 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.44 RN hours, 1.10 LPN hours, and 2.36 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 47.6%.
How many beds does Buena Vista Care Center have?▾
Buena Vista Care Center has 150 certified beds with an average of 120.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Covenant Care chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Buena Vista Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in California, including 6 in Santa Barbara. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Buena Vista Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Buena Vista Care Center has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 8 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of Covenant Care

This chain operates 15 facilities. View all →