Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf
Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf is a 1-star rated nursing home in Sun Valley, CA with 98 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 1/5, staffing 1/5, quality measures 4/5.
The facility has 112 health violations on record. Federal fines total $22,680 across 10 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: February 20, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and California public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Our Coverage of Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
Detailed Inspection Reports
Notice: These are official CMS inspection narratives containing detailed regulatory findings. This information is not available in searchable format anywhere else online.
Fines and Penalties by Year
2023 1 penalties totaling $5,000
Fine
2021 8 penalties totaling $17,025
Fine
Fine
Fine
Fine
Fine
Fine
Fine
Fine
2020 1 penalties totaling $655
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2025 19 violations
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024 11 violations
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.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2023 27 violations
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
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.
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
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.
2022 4 violations
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2021 4 violations
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
2019 27 violations
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2018 12 violations
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Protect a residents' right to refuse some types of non-requested transfers within the nursing home.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide appropriate foot care.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2017 8 violations
Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%.
Post nurse staffing information/data on a daily basis.
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.
Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse.
Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards.
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's room or bathroom and bathing area.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf
- What violations has Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf received?
- Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf has 112 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf?
- Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf has a 1-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf safe?
- Safety at Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf?
- Phone: (818) 767-3310. Address: 9449 San Fernando Road, Sun Valley, CA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf offer?
- Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf is a skilled nursing facility with 98 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Sun Valley, CA?
- Compare Pacifica Hospital Of The Valley Dp Snf with other nursing homes in Sun Valley, CA on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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