Golden Empire
121 Dorsey Drive · Grass Valley, CA · 95945 · 5302731316
148 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 2 times under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.02 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.38 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.21 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 41% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (30 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 11, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 11, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected February 11, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2025 · found via complaint
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 September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 19, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected April 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025 · 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 April 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 056391 · certified since June 20, 1973. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.