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St Elizabeth Healthcare Center

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

2800 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, CA 9283559 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.5/5

based on 107 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for patients focused on intensive physical or occupational therapy, as their rehab team is frequently cited as top-tier. However, families should closely monitor clinical details such as wound care and medication timing, and be prepared to advocate for faster response times regarding call lights.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

107 reviews on Google
St. Elizabeth Healthcare Center is highly regarded for its exceptional physical and occupational therapy teams and its compassionate nursing staff. While many families praise the facility's cleanliness and professional rehabilitation results, some reviewers have reported serious concerns regarding delayed response times for call lights and lapses in wound care management.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff9.0Clean9.0Activities8.0Meds3.0MemoryN/AComms7.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Exceptional rehabilitation and therapy teams
  • Compassionate and professional nursing staff
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Welcoming and friendly atmosphere

Concerns

  • Delayed response to call lights and restroom assistance (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent medication management and wound care oversight (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent food quality (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

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Distribution · 109 analyzed

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33 reviews posted between Mar 8, 2021Mar 13, 2021 · 33 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

27%response rate
Good

The owner provides personalized responses that frequently use the reviewer's name and acknowledge specific family members mentioned. While most responses are warm and appreciative, they occasionally rely on repetitive phrasing for positive feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about your therapy and rehab teams; could you tell us more about how they work with residents to maintain their mobility?
  • 2How do you ensure that call lights are answered promptly, especially during the night shifts or busy meal times?
  • 3What specific protocols do you have in place to ensure medication administration is consistently accurate and double-checked?
  • 4Could you describe your process for monitoring and managing wound care to ensure every resident's needs are met?
  • 5We noticed the facility looks very well-maintained; what is your routine for keeping the resident rooms and common areas clean?
  • 6What kind of daily activities or social events do you organize to keep the residents engaged and part of the community?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The PT team was fun as well as professional in their treatments. Elaine also challenged my brain in memory and recall..I had a wonderful roommate, so time went by very fast.

Rehab patient · 2026★★★★

My loved one just had a gi rupture. He was transferred here from the hospital for vac therapy and stoma care, physical therapy. He's been here 4 days, meds not on time, his stoma and surrounding area is burned from the acidic discharge from colostomy bag.

Post-hospitalization family member · 2024☆☆☆☆

The staff and nurses are so awesome the director so nice. I would totally recommend this place. They take really good care of my mother.

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★
Source: 107 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.65hrs
86%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.49hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
28%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
11%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

5

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility34.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
34.7%
US
12.1%
CA
7.0%
Orange
5.7%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.8%
Better than Avg
Here
1.8%
US
15.5%
CA
11.7%
Orange
9.2%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.7%
Better than Avg
Here
8.7%
US
19.5%
CA
13.7%
Orange
12.9%
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility19.1%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
19.1%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Orange
9.6%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.7%
Better than Avg
Here
6.7%
US
14.4%
CA
10.4%
Orange
9.6%
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
CA
98.6%
Orange
98.6%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.5%
Better than Avg
Here
99.5%
US
79.8%
CA
93.2%
Orange
94.7%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Orange
95.2%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.6%
Better than Avg
Here
0.6%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Orange
1.9%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

25deficiencies
Well above state avg (15.4)
12 complaint-triggered

St Elizabeth Healthcare Center shows concerning patterns of repeat deficiencies, with families filing 13 complaints leading to violations. The facility has persistent issues with medication management, care planning, and resident safety across multiple surveys from 2020-2025. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the recurring nature of problems in pharmaceutical services, quality care delivery, and safety supervision suggests ongoing challenges families should carefully consider.

Mar 19, 2026Routine
20
0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0604Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

0645Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0693Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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.

0694Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0725Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0757Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0908Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0511Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0914Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Dec 19, 2025Complaint
1
0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Sep 9, 2025Complaint
4
0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0558Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

0605Minimal · PatternCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Jul 10, 2025Complaint
4
0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0694Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0842Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Dec 17, 2024Routine
18
0161Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Use approved construction type or materials.

0604Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0692Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0697Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0759Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0015Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

0030Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

0558Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

0583Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Jul 31, 2024Complaint
1
0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

St Elizabeth Healthcare Center

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

The Ensign Group

Chain Size

342 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.2/5 · Rank 211 of 328

Ownership & Management

Owners

Port, Barry

Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf

Key personnel

Squires, BrianManaging Control - Governing BodyWoo, KihoManaging Control - Governing BodyWillits, AdamOfficer / DirectorBurnam, SoonOfficer / DirectorKeetch, ChadOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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