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St. Pauls Health Care Center

235 Nutmeg Street, San Diego, CA 92103 · San Diego County

Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center located in Banker’s Hill just minutes from scenic Balboa Park. Join our supportive community providing skilled nursing services with an emphasis on kindness and consideration.

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 91% full (53 of 59 beds occupied on an average day).

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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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in San Diego

St. Pauls Health Care Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in San Diego, CA, with 59 certified beds and an average of about 53 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 4.56 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.83 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 28 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.56 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•High staff turnover (65.9%)
•28 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated San Diego options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 59
Avg. residents/day: 53
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 555144

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 care	Monthly cost	Source
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: 4.56; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.83; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 65.9%; 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): 28
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-06-26
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (55 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-07Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2026-02-07Severity 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.

2026-02-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-12-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

2025-09-04Severity 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.

2025-09-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

2025-06-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

2025-06-26Severity E — potential for harmFreedom 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.

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
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

235 Nutmeg Street, San Diego, 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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Google

3.7

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Common questions about St. Pauls Health Care Center

How much does St. Pauls Health Care Center cost?

St. Pauls Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the San Diego, 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 St. Pauls Health Care Center's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at St. Pauls Health Care Center?

Staff provide about 4.56 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at St. Pauls Health Care Center?

St. Pauls Health Care Center has 55 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does St. Pauls Health Care Center have availability?

Typically 91% full (53 of 59 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does St. Pauls Health Care Center offer?

St. Pauls Health Care Center in San Diego, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 59 beds.

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