Nursing homes with below-average staffing ratings in Kern County
Nursing homes here with a below-average (1–2 star) staffing rating — a key part of day-to-day care. This page lists 8 matching facilities — about 47% of the 17 CMS-tracked facilities in this county.
At a glance
- Facilities shown
- 8
- about 47% of the county
- Facilities in county
- 17
- 1-star overall (CMS)
- 10
- CMS abuse icon shown
- 2
- Federal penalty records
- $757,861
- Payment denial records
- 10
- Higher-severity citations
- 39
Rating and geographic landscape
How CMS ratings and facilities are distributed across Kern County.
CMS overall rating distribution
How Kern County facilities spread across the CMS five-star overall rating.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Facilities on this page by city
The cities holding the largest share of the facilities listed here.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Facilities on this page
Open in search →Search, filter, and sort the 8 facilities on this page. Calculated from CMS records included in this dataset.
| Facility | Location | CMS overall | CMS abuse icon | Federal penalty records |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield CCN 555256 | Bakersfield, CA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $23,740 |
| Parkview Julian Healthcare Center CCN 055601 | Bakersfield, CA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $59,560 |
| Arvin Post Acute CCN 555170 | Arvin, CA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $80,498 |
| Kern River Transitional Care CCN 555912 | Bakersfield, CA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $77,720 |
| Bakersfield Post Acute CCN 555260 | Bakersfield, CA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $25,940 |
| Delano District Skilled Nursing Facility CCN 555479 | Delano, CA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | $17,966 |
| Kern Valley Healthcare District Dp SNF CCN 555517 | Lake Isabella, CA | CMS overall rating: 3 out of 53 | Not shown | $43,183 |
| Shafter Nursing Care CCN 056035 | Shafter, CA | CMS overall rating: 3 out of 53 | Not shown | $27,439 |
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Frequently asked questions
How many nursing homes are in Kern County, California?
This dataset includes 17 CMS-certified nursing homes in Kern County, California, from the official CMS Provider Information file. Of these, 10 have a 1-star CMS overall rating and 2 currently show the CMS abuse icon.
What does this page show?
This page lists Nursing homes with below-average staffing ratings — 8 matching facilities in Kern County, California, drawn from the CMS records included in this dataset. Each listing links to a detail page with the facility's CMS overall rating and related public records.
How can I compare nursing homes in Kern County?
Use the table on this page or the search filters to compare facilities on the same CMS fields — CMS overall rating, federal penalty records, payment denials, and the CMS abuse icon. See the guide on how to compare nursing homes.
How do I verify a nursing home in Kern County with official sources?
SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm current details on the official CMS Care Compare site and with the facility before making decisions.