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HomeCaliforniaThe Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta

The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta

41505 Carlotta Drive, Palm Desert, CA 922117606100295
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
59
certified

Key Findings

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

• Has 59 certified beds with an average of 41.8 residents per day (71% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 9 deficiencies (inspected Jun 6, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.59 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 55.4% (high)

The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Palm Desert, California with 59 certified beds. It has been operating since 1986. The facility scored above average compared to California facilities.

Beds
59
Avg Residents/Day
41.8
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
May 27, 1986
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Riverside
Last Inspection
Jun 6, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9
Weighted Score
51.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (23)

F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: 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: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: 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: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: 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: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0814Potential for Harm

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Survey: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Actual Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jun 27, 2024Corrected: 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: Jun 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 18, 2024Corrected: 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: May 2, 2024Corrected: 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: May 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 2, 2024Corrected: 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: May 2, 2024Corrected: 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: May 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jan 19, 2024Corrected: 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: Jan 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0745Potential for Harm

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Survey: Aug 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0676Potential for Harm

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

Survey: Feb 3, 2023Corrected: 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: Feb 3, 2023Corrected: 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: Feb 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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 Aide2.58 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.47 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.54 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.59 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.16 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
55.4%
RN Turnover
50.0%
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 (5)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
JACARANDA HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 1, 2023
APDC, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ANov 16, 2023
CASLMON, TIMOTHYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 16, 2023
GUERRA, MONICAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 16, 2023
THOMPSON, STEPHENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 16, 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta?▾
The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta had any health inspection violations?▾
The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta had 9 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 6, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta?▾
The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta provides 4.59 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.54 RN hours, 1.47 LPN hours, and 2.58 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 55.4%.
How many beds does The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta have?▾
The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta has 59 certified beds with an average of 41.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 71% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta?▾
Yes, there are 2 other nursing homes in Palm Desert, California with an average rating of 3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Palm Desert nursing homes page.