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HomeCaliforniaRedwood Grove Post Acute

Redwood Grove Post Acute

2990 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 950628314799000
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
144
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 3/5 stars (average)

• Has 144 certified beds with an average of 126.5 residents per day (88% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 3 deficiencies (inspected Feb 6, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.13 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 57.3% (high)

Redwood Grove Post Acute is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Santa Cruz, California with 144 certified beds. It has been operating since 1970. The facility scored at average compared to California facilities.

Beds
144
Avg Residents/Day
126.5
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jun 1, 1970
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Santa Cruz
Last Inspection
Feb 6, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
88.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (44)

F0627Potential for Harm

Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

Survey: Dec 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Mar 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0912Minimal Harm

Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

Survey: Feb 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Nov 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 28, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Jun 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0578Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: 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: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0801Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0813Potential for Harm

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0814Potential for Harm

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0912Minimal Harm

Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

Survey: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: 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: Feb 23, 2022Corrected: 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: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0697Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Apr 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0573Potential for Harm

Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.

Survey: Apr 4, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Mar 6, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0552Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Survey: Jul 17, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 14 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 Aide2.64 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.74 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.76 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.13 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.84 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.08 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
57.3%
RN Turnover
71.4%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
NICHOL, JOSHUA5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual50%Oct 1, 2024
SUCHOMEL, SCOTT5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual50%Oct 1, 2024
PENYACSEK, MATTHEWOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Redwood Grove Post Acute?▾
Redwood Grove Post Acute has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
Has Redwood Grove Post Acute had any health inspection violations?▾
Redwood Grove Post Acute had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 6, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Redwood Grove Post Acute?▾
Redwood Grove Post Acute provides 4.13 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.76 RN hours, 0.74 LPN hours, and 2.64 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 57.3%.
How many beds does Redwood Grove Post Acute have?▾
Redwood Grove Post Acute has 144 certified beds with an average of 126.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Redwood Grove Post Acute?▾
Yes, there are 2 other nursing homes in Santa Cruz, California with an average rating of 2.7/5. You can compare all facilities on the Santa Cruz nursing homes page.