Buena Vista Care Center
Santa Barbara, CA, 93111
State inspection record
Last inspected: January 17, 2025
14 deficiencies found during last health inspection.
View full NJ Dept of Health reportDetailed inspection findings
Deficiencies by category
Individual citations (5 of 14)
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Environmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
About severity codes: A-C = minimal harm, D-F = more than minimal harm, G-I = actual harm, J-L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services).
Inspection timeline
January 14, 2026
1 deficiency found
October 20, 2025
1 deficiency found
October 3, 2025
2 deficiencies found
August 20, 2025
1 deficiency found
May 2, 2025
1 deficiency found
March 20, 2025
1 deficiency found
March 7, 2025
2 deficiencies found
January 17, 2025
5 deficiencies found
Questions to ask on your tour
Personalized questions based on Buena Vista Care Center's actual inspection history and care type.
Based on inspection history
- 1.How often are care plans updated?
- 2.Who participates in care planning meetings?
- 3.How is care plan compliance monitored?
- 4.What steps have you taken to address past quality of care issues?
- 5.How quickly are call bells answered on average?
Essential questions
- •What is the all-in monthly cost, including all fees and surcharges?
- •What is the staff-to-resident ratio during day and night shifts?
- •How do you handle medical emergencies?
- •Can I see a copy of your most recent state inspection report?
- •What happens if my loved one's care needs change?
- •Can I speak with current residents or family members?
- •What is the community fee and is it refundable?
- •What are the contract cancellation terms?
Tip: Bring a notepad and take notes. Visit at different times of day. Ask to see the dining room during a meal.
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About
A licensed skilled nursing facility in Santa Barbara, California, providing 24-hour medical supervision and comprehensive care for seniors.
Languages spoken
English
Capacity
150 beds
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