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HomeCaliforniaVista Knoll Specialized Care Facility

Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility

2000 Westwood Road, Vista, CA 920837606302273
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
119
certified

Key Findings

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

• Has 119 certified beds with an average of 114.6 residents per day (96% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 9 deficiencies (inspected Sep 26, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.28 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 34.7%

• Part of the The Ensign Group chain (324 facilities)

Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Vista, California with 119 certified beds. It has been operating since 1990. The facility scored above average compared to California facilities.

Beds
119
Avg Residents/Day
114.6
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
May 30, 1990
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
San Diego
Last Inspection
Sep 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9
Weighted Score
43.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (32)

F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0694Potential for Harm

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0699Potential for Harm

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0757Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0814Potential for Harm

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Survey: Sep 26, 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: Sep 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0676Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 15, 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: Aug 26, 2022Corrected: 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: Aug 26, 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: Aug 26, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Aug 26, 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: Aug 26, 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: Aug 26, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 26, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0806Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Survey: Aug 26, 2022Corrected: 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: Aug 26, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 26, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 4, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Mar 4, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Mar 4, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0685Potential for Harm

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Survey: Mar 4, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0688Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Survey: Mar 4, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 4, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 4, 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: Mar 4, 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 Aide2.54 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.97 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.77 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.28 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.69 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.15 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
34.7%
RN Turnover
30.8%
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 (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
FLAGSTONE HEALTHCARE SOUTH LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 30, 2006
THE ENSIGN GROUP INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Oct 1, 2003
GARDNER, CLAYTONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2009
WILLITS, ADAMCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 30, 2019
BURNAM, SOONCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 30, 2006
GARDNER, CLAYTONW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 1, 2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility?▾
Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility had any health inspection violations?▾
Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility had 9 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 26, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility?▾
Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility provides 4.28 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.77 RN hours, 0.97 LPN hours, and 2.54 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 34.7%.
How many beds does Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility have?▾
Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility has 119 certified beds with an average of 114.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 96% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the The Ensign Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility?▾
Yes, there are 2 other nursing homes in Vista, California with an average rating of 3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Vista nursing homes page.

Part of The Ensign Group

This chain operates 324 facilities. View all →