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Covenant Post Acute

3408 East Shields Avenue, Fresno, CA 93726 · Fresno County

WELCOME TO Exceptional Care Covenant Post Acute is a 121-bed community that offers exceptional skilled nursing care for seniors recovering from surgery, rehabilitating from a specific injury or trauma, or those in need of high-acuity nursing care. Our highly trained team of nurses are on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a …

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (116 of 121 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Fresno

Covenant Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fresno, CA, with 121 certified beds and an average of about 116 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.69 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.35 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.69 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Fresno, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 121
Avg. residents/day: 116
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 055996

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$10,250–$15,400/mo (median $12,400)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fresno prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.69; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.35; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 40.8%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 8
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-02-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (51 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2026-04-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

2026-03-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2026-01-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

2025-03-18Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-03-18Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

3408 East Shields Avenue, Fresno, CA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Covenant Post Acute

How much does Covenant Post Acute cost?

Covenant Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fresno, CA area typically runs $10,250–$15,400 per month (median $12,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Covenant Post Acute's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Covenant Post Acute 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Covenant Post Acute?

Staff provide about 3.69 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Covenant Post Acute?

Covenant Post Acute has 51 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Covenant Post Acute have availability?

Typically 96% full (116 of 121 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Covenant Post Acute offer?

Covenant Post Acute in Fresno, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 121 beds.

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