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Sea Cliff Healthcare Center

18811 Florida St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 · Orange County

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51
Fair
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Reported historical occupancy92% reported occupancy

Reported average: 168 residents per day across 182 certified beds (92% 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.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Huntington Beach

Sea Cliff Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Huntington Beach, CA, with 182 certified beds and an average of about 168 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.26 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 23 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.98 hrs/resident/day)
  • ✓No federal fines on record
  • ✓Full sprinkler system
  • ✓Active resident & family council

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Topics noted in the summary

  • Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • 23 deficiencies at last survey
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At a glance

Certified beds
182
Avg. residents/day
168
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
The Ensign Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
555249

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.

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Staffing & care

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Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.98
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.26
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
44.6%
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)
23
Federal fines
0 reported
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-01-14
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

Requirements cited by inspectors

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (83 citations on record — showing the latest 8). The count is not a count of unique incidents.

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2026-01-14F0605Severity E — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

2026-01-14F0695Severity E — 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.

2026-01-14F0757Severity E — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2026-01-14F0761Severity E — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure 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, compar…

2026-01-14F0812Severity 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.

2026-01-14F0880Severity E — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-01-14F0552Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2026-01-14F0554Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

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

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Location

18811 Florida St, Huntington Beach, 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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How much does Sea Cliff Healthcare Center cost?

Sea Cliff Healthcare Center 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 Sea Cliff Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Sea Cliff Healthcare Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Sea Cliff Healthcare Center?

Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Sea Cliff Healthcare Center?

Sea Cliff Healthcare Center has 83 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Sea Cliff Healthcare Center have availability?

Reported average: 168 residents per day across 182 certified beds (92% 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 Sea Cliff Healthcare Center offer?

Sea Cliff Healthcare Center in Huntington Beach, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 182 beds.

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