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One of El Sobrante's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,600–$17,440/mo
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Shields Nursing Center
3230 Carlson Boulevard, El Cerrito, CA 94530 · Contra Costa County
Shields Nursing Center offers patients skilled & advanced therapeutic medical care at our nursing centers in California. Contact us today to learn more!
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available.
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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in El Cerrito
Shields Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in El Cerrito, CA, with 45 certified beds and an average of about 36 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.34 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 24.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.34 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in El Cerrito for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 45
- Avg. residents/day
- 36
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555364
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 care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,600–$17,440/mo (median $14,030) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Oakland prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.34
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.93
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 24.3%
- 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)
- 11
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-20Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-11-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-06-05Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
2025-06-05Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.
2025-06-05Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2025-06-05Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-06-05Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
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
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
3230 Carlson Boulevard, El Cerrito, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Shields Nursing Center
How much does Shields Nursing Center cost?
Shields Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the El Cerrito, CA area typically runs $11,600–$17,440 per month (median $14,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Shields Nursing Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Shields Nursing Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Shields Nursing Center?
Staff provide about 4.34 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Shields Nursing Center?
Shields Nursing Center has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Shields Nursing Center have availability?
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Shields Nursing Center offer?
Shields Nursing Center in El Cerrito, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 45 beds.
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