1205 8TH Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304 · Kern County
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Typically 94% full (82 of 87 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.
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Valley Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bakersfield, CA, with 87 certified beds and an average of about 82 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.69 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.30 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.8%, 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, and 5 federal fines totaling $116,914 in the recent record.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,130–$15,210/mo (median $12,250) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Bakersfield prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (78 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
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.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-29 | Fine | $48,515 |
| 2024-03-28 | Fine | $59,660 |
| 2023-08-14 | Fine | $2,447 |
| 2023-08-07 | Fine | $2,098 |
| 2023-07-17 | Fine | $4,194 |
1205 8TH Street, Bakersfield, CA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityValley Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bakersfield, CA area typically runs $10,130–$15,210 per month (median $12,250, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Valley Healthcare Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.69 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Valley Healthcare Center has 78 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 94% full (82 of 87 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Valley Healthcare Center in Bakersfield, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 87 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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