Facility Watch Inspection records for every certified US nursing home

Buena Vista Care Center

160 South Patterson Avenue
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
(805) 964-4871

CCN
555394
Certified beds
150
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Covenant Care

Nurse staffing

4.11
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted

Registered nurses: 0.39 hours per resident per day

Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.

Inspection history

Inspected April 10, 2026

4 citations · Health
D
F0658 No 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 May 4, 2026
D
F0761 No 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 May 4, 2026
D
F0805 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 4, 2026
D
F0812 No 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 May 4, 2026

Inspected January 14, 2026

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0656 No 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 January 23, 2026

Inspected October 20, 2025

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
G
F0656 Actual 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 15, 2025

Inspected October 3, 2025

2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0908 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 17, 2025
J
F0689 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · 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 December 17, 2025

Inspected August 20, 2025

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0697 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 1, 2025

Inspected May 2, 2025

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0842 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 16, 2025

Inspected March 20, 2025

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0584 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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 April 15, 2025

Inspected March 7, 2025

2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0656 No 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 April 14, 2025
D
F0921 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 14, 2025

Inspected January 17, 2025

5 citations · Health
D
F0554 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 17, 2025
D
F0641 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 17, 2025
D
F0645 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 17, 2025
D
F0761 No 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 February 17, 2025
F
F0812 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread

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 February 17, 2025

Inspected August 8, 2024

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0580 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 3, 2024

Inspected April 23, 2024

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0550 No 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 May 3, 2024

Inspected April 3, 2024

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0568 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 15, 2024

Inspected January 12, 2024

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0656 No 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 January 22, 2024

Inspected December 26, 2023

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0584 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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 January 8, 2024

Inspected June 2, 2023

3 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0558 No 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 1, 2023
D
F0921 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 1, 2023
D
F0926 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Have policies on smoking.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 1, 2023

Inspected March 3, 2022

9 citations · Health
D
F0584 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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 May 3, 2022
D
F0656 No 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 May 3, 2022
D
F0755 No 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 May 3, 2022
D
F0761 No 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 May 3, 2022
D
F0806 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 3, 2022
D
F0812 No 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 May 3, 2022
E
F0842 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 3, 2022
E
F0880 No 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 May 3, 2022
E
F0925 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 3, 2022

Penalties

DateTypeAmount
October 3, 2025Fine$32,263