VETERANS HOME OF CALIFORNIA - WEST LOS ANGELES
11500 NIMITZ AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90049 · CCN 555917
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★★☆☆ 3
- Health inspection
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Quality measures
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Staffing
- ★★★★★ 5
Facility
- Ownership type
- Government - State
- Certified beds
- 312
- Avg residents/day
- 142.2
- Phone
- 4248328200
Inspection history vs California & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | California avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-12-12 | 12 | 15.6 | 9.5 | -3.6 better |
| 2 | 2024-12-06 | 14 | 17.4 | 9.8 | -3.4 better |
| 3 | 2024-01-26 | 21 | 17.1 | 9.3 | +3.9 worse |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 2 |
| Quality of life and care | 3 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 1 |
| Nursing and physician services | 1 |
| Resident rights | 1 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 2 |
| Administration | 2 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 6.03 | 23.5% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 1.33 | 11.1% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 7.94 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $0
- Number of fines
- 0
- Number of penalties
- 0
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (47)
- DF0602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.2026-01-14 · Health · corrected 2026-02-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2025-12-12 · Health · corrected 2026-01-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2025-12-12 · Health · corrected 2026-01-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0790Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.2025-12-12 · Health · corrected 2026-01-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.2025-12-12 · Health · corrected 2026-01-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-12-12 · Health · corrected 2026-01-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0841Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.2025-12-12 · Health · corrected 2026-01-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0844Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.2025-12-12 · Health · corrected 2026-01-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly2025-12-12 · Health · corrected 2026-01-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.2025-08-22 · Health · corrected 2025-11-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-05-01 · Health · corrected 2025-06-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2025-04-11 · Health · corrected 2025-05-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2024-10-31 · Health · corrected 2024-11-21
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2024-10-31 · Health · corrected 2024-11-21
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-07-31 · Health · corrected 2024-08-19
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0945Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.2024-07-31 · Health · corrected 2024-08-19
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-07-30 · Health · corrected 2024-08-16
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2024-02-22 · Health · corrected 2024-05-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0584Honor 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.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0758Implement 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.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0790Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.2024-01-26 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.2024-01-25 · Health · corrected 2024-03-19
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2024-01-25 · Health · corrected 2024-03-19
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-01-10 · Health · corrected 2024-01-29
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.2023-06-07 · Health · corrected 2023-06-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA | Organization | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | 2010-10-03 |
| DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2018-06-01 |
| LINDSEY, CINDY | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2018-06-01 |
| NANOO, BRIAN | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2018-06-01 |
| MCGUIRE, KEVIN | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2017-10-15 |
Other facilities in LOS ANGELES
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL | ★★★★★ | 124 |
| ST ANDREWS | ★★★★★ | 59 |
| ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL | ★★★★★ | 210 |
| WESTLAKE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL | ★★★★★ | 114 |
| EAST LOS ANGELES DOCTORS HOSP | ★★★★★ | 25 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.