Saratoga, CA · 37 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Saratoga's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
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Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose
2065 Forest Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128 · Santa Clara County
39
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 97% full (245 of 253 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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in San Jose, CA, with 253 certified beds and an average of about 245 residents per day. It operates as part of the Mariner Health Care network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.10 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.33 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 19 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $105,089 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.10 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •19 deficiencies at last survey
- •$105,089 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated San Jose options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 253
- Avg. residents/day
- 245
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Mariner Health Care
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055318
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 | $11,080–$16,650/mo (median $13,400) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Jose 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
- 4.10
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.33
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 39.9%
- 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)
- 19
- Federal fines
- 1 ($105,089)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-27
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (93 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-06-27Severity F — 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.
2025-06-27Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
2025-06-27Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-06-27Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
2025-06-27Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-06-27Severity 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.
2025-06-27Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy 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…
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-11 | Fine | $105,089 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
2065 Forest Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose
How much does Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose cost?
Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the San Jose, CA area typically runs $11,080–$16,650 per month (median $13,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose?
Staff provide about 4.10 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose?
Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose has 93 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose have availability?
Typically 97% full (245 of 253 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 Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose offer?
Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose in San Jose, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 253 beds.
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