Total health inspections
25
California average 12.5
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Height Street Skilled Care
Nursing Home
Height Street Skilled Care
Nursing Home
Overview of Height Street Skilled Care
Set amidst the serene neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA, Height Street Skilled Care is a peaceful senior living community designed to cater to residents who are recovering from illness or hospitalization. The community provides residents a safe healing environment with access to an array of services, including skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation and long term care. A compassionate and reliable care and security team is always available to make sure residents are comfortable and secure as they go through their recovery process.
At Height Street Skilled Care, they only employ highly-trusted and skilled employees to make sure residents are provided with excellent services. Residents’ wishes and preferences are also carefully considered when creating their care plans to ensure their usual interests and routines are incorporated into their recovery journey. With extensive services and a home-like atmosphere, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a speedy recovery.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
198
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
46.3%
Residents per day (avg)
89
Occupancy rate
46.3%
Residents per day (avg)
89
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Private pay
15% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 months
Medicaid
53% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$16.0M
Profit
$295.0K
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$15,962,423.00
Profit
$295,043.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$15.7M
Walk Score: 73 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
How BBB ratings work
How BBB ratings work
About this community
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
555902
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing Care, Wound Care Services, Therapy Services, Clinical Nutritional Program, Post-Surgery Orthopedic Care, Physician Services.
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Nutritious meals are provided to residents.
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Total Residents: 99
Building Type: Single-story
Types of Care at Height Street Skilled Care
Nursing Home
Compare Nursing Homes around Bakersfield
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
Height Street Skilled Care
-47%
-1%
-45%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Bakersfield
198
No
A+
73
CEP HOLDINGS LLC
46.3%
$13,419,878.00
$7,985,059.00
59.5%
88.90
4.1911
-
65
3
-47%-1%-45%
The Orchards Post-Acute
+8%
-7%
+3%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Bakersfield (Homaker Park)
150
No
-
60
-
87.4%
$20,176,428.00
$8,311,430.00
41.2%
139.00
3.9270
2
96
2
+8%-7%+3%
San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
-42%
-12%
+11%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Bakersfield (Homaker Park)
99
No
A+
55
BLOOD, BRYCE
93.7%
$21,112,082.00
$7,671,120.00
36.3%
91.90
3.7002
1
87
2
-42%-12%+11%
Bakersfield Post Acute
-1%
-20%
+12%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Bakersfield
99
No
-
2
RASMUSSEN, CODY
94.5%
$14,084,969.00
$4,793,723.00
34%
90.10
3.3960
3
102
2
-1%-20%+12%
The Pointe at Summit Hills
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
CA 93306
170
No
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-
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Height Street Skilled Care
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Bakersfield
Bed Count:
198
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
CEP HOLDINGS LLC
CCN:
555902
Occupancy:
46.3%
Home Revenue:
$13,419,878.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,985,059.00
Payroll %:
59.5%
Avg Residents/Day:
88.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1911
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
65
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-47%
-47%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-45%
-45%
The Orchards Post-Acute
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Bakersfield (Homaker Park)
Bed Count:
150
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
555702
Occupancy:
87.4%
Home Revenue:
$20,176,428.00
Payroll Costs:
$8,311,430.00
Payroll %:
41.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
139.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.9270
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
96
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
+8%
+8%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Bakersfield (Homaker Park)
Bed Count:
99
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
BLOOD, BRYCE
CCN:
56294
Occupancy:
93.7%
Home Revenue:
$21,112,082.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,671,120.00
Payroll %:
36.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
91.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.7002
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
87
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-42%
-42%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-12%
-12%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Bakersfield Post Acute
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Bakersfield
Bed Count:
99
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
RASMUSSEN, CODY
CCN:
555260
Occupancy:
94.5%
Home Revenue:
$14,084,969.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,793,723.00
Payroll %:
34%
Avg Residents/Day:
90.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3960
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
3
Citations:
102
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-20%
-20%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+12%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
154
Total Staff
126
Employees
28
Contractors
44,284
Total Hours (Quarter)
65
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 7.9 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 7.4 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 59 | 7.4 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
97 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
25 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
11 staff
11hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
6 staff
3.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
5 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
6%
of total hours from contractors
2,666 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Qualified Activities Professional: 11
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 59 | 0 | 59 | 22,572 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 0 | 28 | 9,232 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 11 | 11 | 2,001 | 91 | 100% | 11 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,979 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,767 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,324 | 73 | 80% | 8.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,086 | 64 | 70% | 8.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 575 | 64 | 70% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 4 | 7 | 507 | 67 | 74% | 5.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 454 | 57 | 63% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 4 | 7 | 438 | 58 | 64% | 5.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 5 | 8 | 363 | 59 | 65% | 4.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 3 | 6 | 234 | 49 | 54% | 3.6 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 156 | 26 | 29% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 1 | 2 | 61 | 9 | 10% | 6.7 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
65
Citations per inspection
2.6
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
28 of 65 citations resulted from standard inspections; 36 of 65 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 65 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
3
3
200% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 1
0 critical citations
3 serious citations
62 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Sep 03, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Sep 03, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Sep 03, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Sep 03, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
90
Total Residents
Medicare
16
(17.8%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
65
(72.2%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
9
(10%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.3
116% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 6.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.7
127% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 11.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
32.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
32.9%
197% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 11.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.9%
124% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 12.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
17.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
17.4%
54% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 11.3%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
21% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 1.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.8%
23% better than California averageCalifornia average: 5.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.8%
43% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.0%
42% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 4.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
36.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
36.4%
443% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 6.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.6%
34% better than California averageCalifornia average: 10.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.3%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 98.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.0%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 98.2%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.55
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.55
58% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 2.25
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.74
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.74
9% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 1.59
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.4%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 94.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.8%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.8%
94% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.9%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 93.2%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
24.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
24.3%
5% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 23.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.5%
21% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 11.2%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.9%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.9%
152% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
41.5%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
41.5%
23% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
42.5%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
42.5%
16% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Height Street Skilled Care based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
46.3%
↑ 7.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
$295,043
↓ ~$565K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$9,273,740
↑ ~$1.6M vs 2022
Profit Margin
2.2%
↓ 3.5pp vs 2022
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