Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road · Palm Springs, CA · 92264 · 7603232638
99 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: The Ensign Group
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
$102,250 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.04 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.32 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.65 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 49% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $102,250 |
Inspection citations (71 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · K March 10, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 10, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 10, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 10, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 10, 2026
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E March 10, 2026
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 10, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 10, 2026
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E March 10, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 16, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 16, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected February 16, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 16, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| March 10, 2026 | Fine | $102,250 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 056328 · certified since December 26, 1973. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.