About Watsonville Post Acute Center
Nursing home overview and details
Watsonville Post Acute Center is a for-profit nursing home in Watsonville, CA, serving Santa Cruz County and the surrounding community. The facility has 95 certified beds with an average daily census of 84.6 residents.
Watsonville Post Acute Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1968, bringing 58 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with CAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE SERVICES, which provides administrative support and oversight.
Watsonville Post Acute Center has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Watsonville, CA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Excellent
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Watsonville Post Acute Center has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.
Health Inspection
Very Good
Quality Measures
Excellent
Staffing
Very Good
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Watsonville Post Acute Center provides 4.09 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.63 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 41.6%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 47.1%. Weekend staffing averages 3.73 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Watsonville Post Acute Center has received 1 fine totaling $8,018. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
Doctors at Watsonville Post Acute Center
6 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Watsonville Post Acute Center
What is the CMS rating for Watsonville Post Acute Center?
Watsonville Post Acute Center has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Watsonville Post Acute Center have?
Watsonville Post Acute Center has 95 certified beds with an average daily census of 84.6 residents.
What type of facility is Watsonville Post Acute Center?
Watsonville Post Acute Center is a for profit - limited liability company nursing home serving Santa Cruz County in Watsonville, CA.
How many doctors practice at Watsonville Post Acute Center?
6 physicians are affiliated with Watsonville Post Acute Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Watsonville Post Acute Center have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Watsonville Post Acute Center has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·