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Kern River Transitional Care

5151 Knudsen Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(661) 325-9900

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $6,675

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,703
  • Average State Price: $7,474
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Kern River Transitional Care Description

    Kern River Transitional Care is a community that offers nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 2.6 miles outside the town of Oildale, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 making it the 25th highest rated community in the city out of 3 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 2 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    6.2
    Kern River Transitional Care
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 61 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 27 out of 35 communities in Bakersfield
  • Ranking in State: 3113 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Several reviews report negligence in care, with staff not following specialist orders and poor communication.
    • Difficulties in getting responses from staff, with reports of defensiveness and disrespect towards visitors.
    • Complaints about the facility using COVID-19 as an excuse for not providing basic services like haircuts.
    • Issues with the management, including the Director and head of nursing not returning calls and providing inadequate responses to concerns.
    • Reports of unprofessional behavior from staff, including not checking on patients and lack of communication between shifts.
    • Concerns about patient treatment, including denying water, not adjusting patients' positions, and taking hours to respond to requests.
    • One review mentioned the facility lost a patient's body for three days after death.
    • Complaints about lack of transparency regarding tests performed and patients coming home with unexplained bruises.
    • Reports of significant weight loss in patients due to inadequate care.
    • Concerns about basic patient needs being ignored, including hygiene and nail care.
    • Observations of staff missing from the floor, leading to unattended residents.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Some reviews praise the facility for its cleanliness, newness, and the friendliness of the staff.
    • Positive experiences with the therapy team and care received, with some patients showing significant improvement.
    • Appreciation for the attention, care, and professional approach of the staff.
    • Several reviews highlight the facility's beautiful appearance and the meticulous care provided.
    • One review specifically mentions the positive impact of the PT program and the kindness of the nursing staff.


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    Health

    Personalized care plans

    Prescriptions provided

    Skilled nursing

    24 hours licensed RN’s LVN’s and CNA’s

    Physical therapy

    Occupational therapy


    Services

    Other services

    Social services

    Health education


    Activities

    Activities program

    Arts and crafts classes

    Social gatherings

    Religious Services

    A variety of activities

    Exercise classes


    Community Amenities

    Rehabilitation gym

    Kitchen


    Room Amenities

    Private space available


    Dining

    Flexible menus

    Dietary and nutritional services


    Transportation

    Travel to appointments

    Transportation services

    Scheduling transportation


    Pet

    Pets welcome



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 2
    Health inspection rating: 2
    Staffing rating: 2
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 3


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: April 16, 2019
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 140
    Total current residents: 135
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 6
    Number of substantiated complaints: 27
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-08-11 2022-08-26 E Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
    2021-05-17 2021-06-03 E Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2021-05-17 2021-06-03 D Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2021-05-17 2021-06-03 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2021-05-17 2021-06-03 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2021-05-17 2021-06-03 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2021-05-17 2021-06-03 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
    2021-05-17 2021-06-03 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2021-05-17 2021-06-03 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 E Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure electrical receptacles or cover plates have distinctive color or marking.
    2020-02-19 2020-05-08 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2019-04-03 2019-04-30 D Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2019-04-03 2019-04-30 C Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2019-04-03 2019-04-30 D Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2019-04-03 2019-04-30 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2019-04-03 2019-04-30 E Smoke Deficiencies Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
    2019-04-03 2019-04-30 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Oildale which is 2.6 miles away and has a population of 32,684 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $57,419, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 91
      • Low Temperature: 53
      • Average Temperature: 70.3
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 60 days of rain, 0 days of snow and 304 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.5 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 30.6 years old, very low compared to other cities.
    • 3.29% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 19.16% of the population are Foreign-born which is a average percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 6% Asian, 6% Black or African-American, 34% Hispanic or Latino, and 51% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.39 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.49 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.58 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.12 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.83 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 81.0, Moderate Days 106.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 21.0, Unhealthy Days 2.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Vons 2035
    0.7 miles away
    Costco
    1.4 miles away
    Vons
    1.6 miles away
    Albertsons
    1.9 miles away
    Vallarta Supermarkets
    2.1 miles away

    Transportation

    Bakersfield
    3.7 miles away

    Bus Stations

    K
    2.9 miles away
    L
    2.9 miles away
    J
    2.9 miles away
    D
    2.9 miles away
    M
    2.9 miles away

    Banks

    Bank of America
    1.7 miles away
    Chase
    1.9 miles away
    Kern Schools Federal Credit Union
    1.9 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    2.1 miles away
    KSFCU: Downtown Branch
    2.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    Good Samaritan Hospital
    1.3 miles away
    Bakersfield Heart Hospital
    1.7 miles away
    Adventist Health Bakersfield
    2.7 miles away
    Mercy Hospital Downtown
    2.7 miles away
    Memorial Hospital
    3.1 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    1.4 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.6 miles away
    Thriftys Drug Store
    2.3 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.7 miles away
    Longs Drugs
    3.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Millennium Dental Center
    2.5 miles away
    Sandra J. Gong, D.D.S.
    18.2 miles away

    Parks

    San Lauren Park
    0.4 miles away
    Bakersfield
    0.9 miles away
    Fruitvale Norris Park
    1.1 miles away
    Emerald Cove Park
    1.2 miles away
    Olive Park East
    1.3 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Valley Plaza Mall
    4.7 miles away

    Culture

    Stars Theater
    3.0 miles away
    Bakersfield Civic Auditorium
    3.5 miles away
    Indoor Theater
    5.2 miles away
    Outdoor Theater
    5.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Hodel's Country Dining
    0.7 miles away
    Hooters
    1.4 miles away
    Benji's French-Basque Restaurant
    1.5 miles away
    Hungry Hunter Steakhouse
    1.6 miles away
    Black Angus
    1.6 miles away

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