Facility Watch Inspection records for every certified US nursing home

Premier Care Center for Palm Springs

2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 323-2638

CCN
056328
Certified beds
99
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Chain
THE Ensign Group

Nurse staffing

4.17
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted

Registered nurses: 0.33 hours per resident per day

Nursing staff turnover: 49% a year

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

Inspection history

Inspected March 10, 2026

20 citations · Health
D
F0605 No 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 March 31, 2026
D
F0628 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026
D
F0689 No 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 31, 2026
D
F0692 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026
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 March 31, 2026
D
F0712 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026
D
F0773 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026
D
F0800 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026
D
F0804 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026
D
F0881 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026
D
F0883 No 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 March 31, 2026
E
F0656 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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 March 31, 2026
E
F0695 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026
E
F0755 No 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 March 31, 2026
E
F0761 No 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 March 31, 2026
E
F0790 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026
E
F0865 No 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 March 31, 2026
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 March 31, 2026
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 March 31, 2026
K
F0684 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Pattern

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 31, 2026

Inspected February 10, 2026

3 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0689 No 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 February 16, 2026
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 February 16, 2026
E
F0921 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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 February 16, 2026

Inspected February 9, 2026

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0880 No 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 February 16, 2026

Inspected August 20, 2025

3 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0684 No 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 August 22, 2025
D
F0690 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 22, 2025
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 August 22, 2025

Inspected June 5, 2025

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0684 No 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 June 11, 2025

Inspected March 14, 2025

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0684 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

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

Inspected January 27, 2025

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0727 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025

Inspected December 30, 2024

6 citations · 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 December 31, 2024
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 December 31, 2024
D
F0600 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 31, 2024
D
F0609 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 31, 2024
D
F0610 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 31, 2024
D
F0692 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 31, 2024

Inspected December 27, 2024

2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0656 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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 27, 2024
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 December 27, 2024

Inspected November 18, 2024

12 citations · 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 December 20, 2024
D
F0578 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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 November 24, 2024
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 December 4, 2024
D
F0677 No 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 December 4, 2024
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 December 9, 2024
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 December 5, 2024
E
F0554 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
E
F0684 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
E
F0755 No 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 December 4, 2024
E
F0800 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 6, 2024
E
F0812 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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 9, 2024
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 December 9, 2024

Inspected March 27, 2024

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0692 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 5, 2024

Inspected March 20, 2024

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0849 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 20, 2024

Inspected February 16, 2024

2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0624 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 20, 2024
D
F0684 No 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 February 20, 2024

Inspected December 11, 2023

2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0689 No 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 December 12, 2023
D
F0825 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 12, 2023

Inspected October 19, 2023

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0551 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.

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

Inspected September 22, 2023

1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0609 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 10, 2023

Inspected July 17, 2023

2 citations · 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 July 30, 2023
D
F0684 No 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 30, 2023

Inspected July 11, 2023

2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0689 No 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 July 30, 2023
D
F0807 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 30, 2023

Inspected January 12, 2023

9 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 February 3, 2023
D
F0685 No 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 February 3, 2023
D
F0758 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

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.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 3, 2023
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 3, 2023
D
F0802 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 6, 2023
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 February 6, 2023
E
F0684 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 3, 2023
E
F0755 No 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 February 3, 2023
E
F0812 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

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 6, 2023

Penalties

DateTypeAmount
March 10, 2026Fine$102,250