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Orchards Skilled Nursing

1 Amistad Drive, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694 · Orange County

The Orchards | Senior Healthcare in Rancho Mission Viejo. The Orchards is a new, state-of-the-art, senior care community providing Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation.

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96
Exceptional
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Reported historical occupancy93% reported occupancy

Reported average: 45.4 residents per day across 49 certified beds (93% occupancy).

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Source: CMS Care Compare, reported average daily residents and certified beds. This is not a live availability feed.

Our evaluation

A summary of reported federal nursing-home measures. Review the dates and original records below.

One of Rancho Mission Viejo's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Orchards Skilled Nursing is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA, with 49 certified beds and an average of about 45 residents per day. It operates as part of the Continuing Life network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.35 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.93 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • ✓5-star overall CMS rating
  • ✓Strong health-inspection rating
  • ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.35 hrs/resident/day)
  • ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • ✓No federal fines on record
  • ✓Full sprinkler system

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Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Rancho Mission Viejo for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
49
Avg. residents/day
45
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Continuing Life
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
555922

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing
$11,400–$17,130/mo (modeled range)

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

Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
$3,230–$7,730/mo (modeled range)

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Anaheim prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Continuing-care fees vary widely with contract type and entrance fees.

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
5.35
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.93
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
33.3%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Reported federal nursing-home measures. Missing values are not a clean-record finding; check the original source for current information.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
10
Federal fines
0 reported
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-04-17
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

Requirements cited by inspectors

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (39 citations on record — showing the latest 8). The count is not a count of unique incidents.

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Showing 8 of 8 citation entries on this page.

2025-04-17F0812Severity E — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-04-17F0578Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-04-17F0684Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-04-17F0695Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-04-17F0755Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2025-04-17F0838Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportAdministration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

2025-04-17F0849Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportAdministration Deficiencies

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.

2025-04-17F0880Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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 and details to confirm

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  • Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare certified (not Medicaid)
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Chef-prepared meals
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events
  • 24-hour staff

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Location

1 Amistad Drive, Rancho Mission Viejo, 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 Orchards Skilled Nursing

How much does Orchards Skilled Nursing cost?

Orchards Skilled Nursing has no current published quote for skilled nursing in Haven records. The local market planning estimate is $11,400–$17,130 per month (modeled range). 2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Anaheim prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. This is not a community quote. Ask for a current, itemized price.

What is Orchards Skilled Nursing's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Orchards Skilled Nursing 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Orchards Skilled Nursing?

Staff provide about 5.35 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Orchards Skilled Nursing?

Orchards Skilled Nursing has 39 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 Orchards Skilled Nursing have availability?

Reported average: 45.4 residents per day across 49 certified beds (93% occupancy). These historical figures do not establish current availability. Contact the community to confirm openings, room types and admission requirements.

What types of care does Orchards Skilled Nursing offer?

Orchards Skilled Nursing in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 49 beds.

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