Map showing the location of FIRESIDE HEALTH CARE CENTER in SANTA MONICA, California
947 3RD STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA, 90403

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
3/5AverageCMS Five-Star overall rating

Where it ranks

  • CaliforniaAbove only 37% of peers1,154 rated homes · average 3.2★
  • Los Angeles CountyAbove 57% of peers368 rated homes · average 2.5★
  • United StatesAbove only 41% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point2★−0.8 vs CA avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star2★−1.1 vs CA avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star5★+0.9 vs CA avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles2★Above only 19% of peersCA avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover2★Above only 8% of peersCA avg3.1★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments5★Above 57% of peersCA avg4.1★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff4.48hrsAbove 66% of peersCA avg4.51Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.41hrsAbove only 36% of peersCA avg0.65Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better50%Above only 16% of peersCA avg38%RN turnover44%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$97,670Above only 9% of peersCA avg$26,970Fines · denials1 · 1
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
69citations
21inspection dates
0actual harm (G–I)
0immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Dec 10, 2025most recent

Citations by monthJan 2023 – Dec 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Dec 10, 20251 citationCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 24, 2025
Mar 19, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.AdministrationE · patternCorrected Apr 6, 2025
  2. F585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Apr 6, 2025
Mar 1, 20251 citationCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 26, 2025
Feb 24, 20251 citationCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025
Jan 23, 20251 citationCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Feb 6, 2025
Dec 1, 202412 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.EnvironmentalB · patternCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  2. F940Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  3. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalE · patternCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  4. F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  5. F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesResident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  6. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  7. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  8. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  9. F693Ensure 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.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  10. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  11. F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Dec 23, 2024
  12. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Dec 23, 2024
Nov 25, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 10, 2024
Oct 9, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Oct 17, 2024
  2. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Oct 17, 2024
Sep 12, 20241 citationCycle 2worst F · no actual harm
  1. F841Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Sep 25, 2024
Sep 2, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Sep 17, 2024
  2. F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Sep 17, 2024
Aug 16, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm$97,670, payment denial
  1. F622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2024
Aug 15, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst D · no actual harm$97,670, payment denial
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024
  2. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024
Aug 7, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm$97,670, payment denial
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2024
May 6, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2024
Dec 15, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Jan 8, 2024
  2. F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Jan 8, 2024
Nov 9, 202313 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F849Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  2. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  3. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  4. F559Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  5. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  6. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  7. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  8. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  9. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  10. F758Implement 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  11. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  12. F813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Dec 1, 2023
  13. F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.EnvironmentalB · patternCorrected Dec 7, 2023
Jul 18, 20234 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F825Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2023
  2. F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2023
  3. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Aug 23, 2023
  4. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2023
Jul 14, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2023
  2. F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2023
Mar 14, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Mar 25, 2023
  2. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 25, 2023
Feb 16, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Feb 25, 2023
  2. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Feb 25, 2023
Jan 12, 202315 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  2. F803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  3. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  4. F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  5. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesD · isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  6. F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.EnvironmentalB · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  7. F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  8. F578Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  9. F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  10. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  11. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  12. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  13. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  14. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
  15. F694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2023

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined4.48hrsAbove 66% of peers−0.03 vs CA avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.41hrsAbove only 36% of peers−0.24 vs CA avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours1.43hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.64hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays4.05hrs
  • California average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better50%Above only 16% of peersCA avg 38%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only44%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year—
  • Occupancy66 certified beds · ~59 residents a day89%Above only 37% of peersCA avg 88%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $97,670In fines
  • 1Fine
  • 1Payment denial
  • $26,970CA avg in fines
Above only 9% of peersFewer fines than 9% of rated homes in California

Actions on record

  1. Aug 7, 2024Civil money penalty$97,670
  2. Aug 7, 2024Denial of payment for new admissionsfrom Sep 19, 2024

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Nahs12 facilities in the chain4.0★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Nahs Southwest INC
Indirect owners (5%+)
  • Nahs Holding INC
Operational or managerial control
  • Heidi Alipio
  • Damon Raskin
Corporate directors
  • Heidi Alipio
  • Ralph Baja
  • James Barlow
  • James Ellis-Sherinian
  • Michael Moore
  • Timothy Paulsen
  • Mark Walton
Corporate officers
  • Heidi Alipio
  • Marc Johnson
  • Victor Lundquist
  • Michael Moore
  • Mark Walton

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 555039 · 947 3RD STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA, 90403.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in California and Los Angeles County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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