Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
Channel Islands Post Acute
Santa Barbara, CA · 156 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey May 9, 2025
CMS Certification Number 555875 · first certified May 2012
Ownership
Operated by THE ENSIGN GROUP · For profit - Corporation
- Ownership changed November 1, 2019 (change of ownership)from COMPASS HEALTH INC
Position within CA
14 citations — more than 26% of the 1,165 certified nursing homes in CA. Compared within CA rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 6 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 4. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window is open now: May 2026 to October 2026. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was May 2025. Facilities in CA are typically surveyed 12–18 months after the last one (median 14), measured over 1,766 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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2 inspection-and-testing tags have been cited here at more than one survey. Nationally, that pattern is common: about three quarters of cited facilities have at least one repeated tag, and half of the facilities ever cited for sprinkler inspection and testing are cited for it again. A repeat is usually a recordkeeping gap rather than a new hazard.
Physical environment (health survey)
2 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 14 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
- F-0584 Honor 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.
- F-0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in CA, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the CA figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 14 |
| Median facility in CA | 19 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| May 27, 2021 | 3 |
| May 2, 2024 | 5 |
| May 9, 2025 | 6 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | 2 | 2024-05-02 |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | 2 | 2025-05-09 |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | 2 | 2025-05-09 |
| K-0352 | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. | 1 | 2025-05-09 |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | 1 | 2024-05-02 |
| K-0500 | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | 1 | 2024-05-02 |
| K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | 1 | 2025-05-09 |
| K-0223 | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | 1 | 2025-05-09 |
What the citations cover
- Smoke Deficiencies 6
- Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 4
- Services Deficiencies 2
- Egress Deficiencies 2
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Smoke Deficiencies | 6 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 4 |
| Services Deficiencies | 2 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 2 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
May 9, 2025 — 6 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0223 | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 13, 2025) |
| K-0352 | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 16, 2025) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 13, 2025) |
| K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 13, 2025) |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 13, 2025) |
| K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 13, 2025) |
May 2, 2024 — 5 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 15, 2024) |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 15, 2024) |
| K-0500 | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 15, 2024) |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 15, 2024) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 15, 2024) |
May 27, 2021 — 3 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Waiver has been granted (June 30, 2021) |
| K-0919 | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 30, 2021) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 30, 2021) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.