Channel Islands Post Acute
3880 Via Lucero · Santa Barbara, CA · 93110 · 8056876651
156 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: The Ensign Group
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (23 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 13, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected July 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected June 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
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.
Corrected June 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected June 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 9, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected June 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
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.
Corrected June 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Corrected May 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected August 14, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 14, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 14, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected June 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 22, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 18, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 27, 2021
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 22, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 27, 2021
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected June 22, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 27, 2021
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.
Corrected June 22, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 27, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 22, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 555875 · certified since May 25, 2012. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.