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HomeCaliforniaSamarkand Skilled Nursing Facility

Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility

2566 Treasure Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 931058056870701
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
63
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 63 certified beds with an average of 60.1 residents per day (95% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 11 deficiencies (inspected Dec 19, 2024)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.11 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 38.1%

• Part of the Covenant Living chain (15 facilities)

Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Santa Barbara, California with 63 certified beds. It has been operating since 2000. The facility scored above average compared to California facilities.

Beds
63
Avg Residents/Day
60.1
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 21, 2000
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Santa Barbara
Last Inspection
Dec 19, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11
Weighted Score
63.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (32)

F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Sep 18, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: 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: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: 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: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: 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: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0575Potential for Harm

Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0577Potential for Harm

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0622Potential for Harm

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: 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 10, 2023Corrected: 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 10, 2023Corrected: 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 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0803Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0805Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: 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: Feb 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 24, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: May 24, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 24, 2019Corrected: 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: May 24, 2019Corrected: 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 Aide2.55 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.12 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.44 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.11 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.74 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.16 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
38.1%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
2

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (15)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
COVENANT LIVING COMMUNITIES & SERVICES5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Dec 23, 1975
COVENANT LIVING COMMUNITIES & SERVICESOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ADec 23, 1975
AAGAARD, JONCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2013
CHRISTENSEN, PAMELACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2013
EASTBURG, MARKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2013
ESPINOSA, MARCCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2013
HODGKINSON, DONALDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2013
MANLOVE, MATTCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
OXENDALE, ROGERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
STANTE, MARLENECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2013
VINING, ANNECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2013
CUNLIFFE, TERRICORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 19, 2009
ERICKSON, DAVIDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 31, 2008
HOLT, JODYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 2, 2017
CUNLIFFE, TERRIW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMar 19, 2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility?▾
Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility had any health inspection violations?▾
Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility had 11 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 19, 2024). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility?▾
Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility provides 4.11 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.44 RN hours, 1.12 LPN hours, and 2.55 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 38.1%.
How many beds does Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility have?▾
Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility has 63 certified beds with an average of 60.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Covenant Living chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility?▾
Yes, there are 6 other nursing homes in Santa Barbara, California with an average rating of 4/5. You can compare all facilities on the Santa Barbara nursing homes page.

Part of Covenant Living

This chain operates 15 facilities. View all →