BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Burlington Convalescent Hospital has a Trust Grade of C+, which means it is slightly above average but not without concerns. It ranks #305 out of 1,155 facilities in California, placing it in the top half of the state, and #49 out of 369 in Los Angeles County, indicating it has several local competitors. However, the facility's trend is worsening, with issues increasing from 7 in 2024 to 12 in 2025. Staffing received an average rating of 3/5 stars, with a turnover rate of 37%, which is slightly below the California average, suggesting that some staff remain long-term. The facility has incurred $11,625 in fines, which is average and suggests some compliance problems. There are strengths, such as a quality measures rating of 5/5 and the presence of registered nurses, but there are also significant weaknesses. For example, one serious incident involved a resident who fell and suffered a hip fracture because the care plan was not updated after a previous fall. Additionally, there were concerns about food quality and safety, with reports of unappetizing meals and unsafe food storage practices. Overall, while there are positives, families should weigh these issues carefully.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In California
- #305/1155
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 37% turnover. Near California's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $11,625 in fines. Lower than most California facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 22 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for California. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 36 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (37%)
11 points below California average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near California avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 36 deficiencies on record
Jun 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to maintain record that is complete and accurate for one of three sampled residents (Resident 1). For Resident 1 the facility failed to:
1.Prov...
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Feb 2025
11 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to revise/update fall care plan to include updated interventions after...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0554
(Tag F0554)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility's interdisciplinary team (IDT- a group of health care professio...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0637
(Tag F0637)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to complete a change of condition (COC -a sudden deviation from person/patient's baseline in physical, cognitive, behavioral or function) in a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to develop a baseline care plan in accordance with the facility's policy and procedures (P&P) titled Care plans, Comprehensive Person-Centered...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide activities of daily living (ADL-such as bathing, showering,...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0760
(Tag F0760)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that staff did not crush Ferrous Sulfate (supplement) Oral (by mouth) tablet 325 (65 Fe) mg 1 tablet by mouth and admi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, facility failed to accurately and completely document medication administration in the resident's chart for one of four sampled residents (Resident 39).
This defi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** c. During an observation and concurrent interview on 2/20/2025 at 12:49 PM, the facility served a test tray to State Agency (SA)...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure safe and sanitary food storage and food preparation practices in the kitchen by failing to ensure that:
1. Kitchen sta...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0813
(Tag F0813)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and record review, the facility failed to provide a refrigerator to store food brought in for the residents.
This deficient practice had the potential to cause food borne illness...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0912
(Tag F0912)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide at least 80 square feet (sq. ft.) per resident in multiple resident bedrooms for 39 of 45 resident room(rooms 3,5,6,7,...
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Feb 2024
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that advanced healthcare directives (legal documents that outl...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that call buttons were within reach for two of...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0639
(Tag F0639)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, facility failed to obtain and retain all resident assessment for hospice (care that is foc...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure safe and sanitary food preparation and food thawing practices in the kitchen when:
a. Thawing pork at room temperatur...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0849
(Tag F0849)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, facility failed to obtain and retain all resident assessment for hospice (care that is foc...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Room Equipment
(Tag F0908)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain the handwashing sink for kitchen area in a safe operating condition.
This deficient practice had the potential for ...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0912
(Tag F0912)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide at least 80 square feet (sq. ft.) per resident in multiple resident bedrooms for 39 of 45 resident room(rooms 3,5,6,7,...
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Dec 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the residents ' environment remained free of accident hazar...
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Mar 2023
13 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Grievances
(Tag F0585)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. A review of Resident 49's admission Record indicated the facility initially admitted Resident 49 on 1/14/2021 and was readmit...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop, implement, and update a person-centered care...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to provide treatment and services to one of two sampled residents (Resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to follow up on the recommendation from the pharmacy consultant medica...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Dental Services
(Tag F0791)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide necessary dental services as indicated on the dental consult report for one of two sampled Residents (Resident 41).
T...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0947
(Tag F0947)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure one of five Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA 1) was provided in-services and maintain a process to track CNA's participation in the...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to promote residents' dignity and self-determination by n...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on an interview and record review, the facility failed to immediately report and no later than two hours, two incidents of...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, for one of three sampled residents (Resident 10), the facility failed to pro...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents who are incontinent of bladder recei...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Menu Adequacy
(Tag F0803)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to follow the menu portions sizes during lunch tray services by not using the correct size serving utensil for Kimchi (a traditio...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0925
(Tag F0925)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the facility was free from the cockroach infestations.
These deficient practices had the potential to result in sickn...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0912
(Tag F0912)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide at least 80 square feet (sq. ft.) per resident...
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Jan 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to protect the residents right to be free from physical ...
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Dec 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure:
1. Staff were issued with and wore fitted N95 masks (A respiratory protective device designed to achieve a very close...
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Nov 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure adequate certified nursing aids (CNA) staffing t...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • 37% turnover. Below California's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 36 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • $11,625 in fines. Above average for California. Some compliance problems on record.
About This Facility
What is Burlington Convalescent Hospital's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within California, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Burlington Convalescent Hospital Staffed?
CMS rates BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 37%, compared to the California average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Burlington Convalescent Hospital?
State health inspectors documented 36 deficiencies at BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL during 2022 to 2025. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm, 32 with potential for harm, and 3 minor or isolated issues. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Burlington Convalescent Hospital?
BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by LONGWOOD MANAGEMENT CORPORATION, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 124 certified beds and approximately 116 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in LOS ANGELES, California.
How Does Burlington Convalescent Hospital Compare to Other California Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in California, BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (37%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Burlington Convalescent Hospital?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Burlington Convalescent Hospital Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in California. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Burlington Convalescent Hospital Stick Around?
BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL has a staff turnover rate of 37%, which is about average for California nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Burlington Convalescent Hospital Ever Fined?
BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL has been fined $11,625 across 1 penalty action. This is below the California average of $33,195. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Burlington Convalescent Hospital on Any Federal Watch List?
BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.