729 Browning Road, Delano, CA 93215 · Kern County
Welcome to Valley View Care Center where we offer Medicare certified care in Delano, CA. Professionally staffed around the clock, we give your loved one comfort and specialized care. Visit us today!
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Typically 93% full (49 of 53 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 View Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Delano, CA, with 53 certified beds and an average of about 49 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ajc Healthcare 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 4.52 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.40 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3%, 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. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| 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 (65 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-21 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-08-01 | Payment denial | — |
729 Browning Road, Delano, CA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityValley View Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Delano, 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 View Care 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.
Staff provide about 4.52 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Valley View Care Center has 65 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 93% full (49 of 53 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Valley View Care Center in Delano, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 53 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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