Facility WatchInspection records for every certified US nursing home
Aviara Healthcare Center
944 Regal Road Encinitas, CA 92024 (760) 944-0331
CCN
555323
Certified beds
120
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Pacs Group
Nurse staffing
3.18
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted
Registered nurses: 0.52 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover: 61% a year
Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.
Inspection history
Inspected December 11, 2025
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0635No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2025
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2025
Inspected September 18, 2025
15 citations · Health
D
F0552No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0583No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0605No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0685No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0694No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0756No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0759No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0883No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
D
F0887No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
E
F0578No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
E
F0865No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
E
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 6, 2025
Inspected May 28, 2025
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 27, 2025
Inspected May 21, 2025
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 20, 2025
Inspected February 18, 2025
3 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0622No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 3, 2025
D
F0655No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 3, 2025
D
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 3, 2025
Inspected January 10, 2025
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0726No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 6, 2025
D
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 6, 2025
Inspected December 26, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 26, 2024
Inspected December 17, 2024
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0550No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 26, 2024
D
F0812No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 26, 2024
Inspected December 5, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 26, 2024
Inspected November 14, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0694No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 13, 2024
Inspected November 4, 2024
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 3, 2024
D
F0686No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 3, 2024
Inspected October 24, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 22, 2024
Inspected September 26, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 25, 2024
Inspected July 3, 2024
8 citations · Health
D
F0644No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 1, 2024
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 1, 2024
D
F0695No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 1, 2024
D
F0700No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 1, 2024
D
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 1, 2024
D
F0759No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 1, 2024
D
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 1, 2024
D
F0883No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 1, 2024
Inspected June 25, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 22, 2024
Inspected June 6, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0558No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 2, 2024
Inspected May 31, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 25, 2024
Inspected May 15, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0760No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 11, 2024
Inspected October 25, 2023
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0658No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 6, 2023
Inspected September 5, 2023
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0655No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 27, 2023
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 27, 2023
Inspected June 21, 2023
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0607No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 3, 2023
Inspected June 13, 2023
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0760No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 20, 2023
Inspected June 10, 2021
12 citations · Health
D
F0550No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
D
F0641No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
D
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
D
F0686No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
D
F0693No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
E
F0657No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
E
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
E
F0725No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
E
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
E
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021
E
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 23, 2021