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La Paloma Healthcare Center

3232 Thunder Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056 · San Diego County

Welcome to La Paloma Healthcare Center. Our compassionate and talented caregiving team is dedicated to making each resident feel comfortable and safe so they can live the healthiest life possible. We provide 24/7 personalized healthcare services and everyday living support in a beautiful, state-of-the-art facility. We…

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90
Exceptional
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 93% full (86 of 93 beds occupied on an average day).

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.

One of Oceanside's top-rated skilled nursing communities

La Paloma Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Oceanside, CA, with 93 certified beds and an average of about 86 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

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

Staff provide about 3.87 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.45 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.87 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Oceanside for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
93
Avg. residents/day
86
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Pacs Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
055335

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

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$11,230–$16,870/mo (median $13,580)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Diego 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
3.87
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.45
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
38.6%
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)
4
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-04-17
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (30 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-04-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-04-17Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-04-17Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2025-04-17Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

2023-08-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2023-08-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2021-07-09Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2021-07-09Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

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
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Daily activities & events
  • Courtyard / outdoor space
  • Library
  • 24/7 staff

Location

3232 Thunder Drive, Oceanside, 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 La Paloma Healthcare Center

How much does La Paloma Healthcare Center cost?

La Paloma Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Oceanside, CA area typically runs $11,230–$16,870 per month (median $13,580, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is La Paloma Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates La Paloma Healthcare Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at La Paloma Healthcare Center?

Staff provide about 3.87 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at La Paloma Healthcare Center?

La Paloma Healthcare Center has 30 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does La Paloma Healthcare Center have availability?

Typically 93% full (86 of 93 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does La Paloma Healthcare Center offer?

La Paloma Healthcare Center in Oceanside, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 93 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in San Diego.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

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  2. 2
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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