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CMS Nursing Home Compare · August 2026

St Francis Healthcare Center

718 Bartlett Ave, Hayward, CA 94541

St Francis Healthcare Center, a 62-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing facility in Hayward, CA, holds a 4-star CMS overall rating - well above the 3.0-star national average, ranking #402 of 1,154 rated homes in CA on CMS overall stars (with health+staffing+quality tie-breaks), with nurse staffing above the national norm. No recent finding reached the actual-harm level.

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating, read the components below; they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

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4 / 5
Above average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
#402 of 1,154
In-state rank among rated CA homes
4.28
Above average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.86
21
Inspection findings

The verdict

St Francis Healthcare Center, a 62-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing facility in Hayward, CA, holds a 4-star CMS overall rating - well above the 3.0-star national average, ranking #402 of 1,154 rated homes in CA on CMS overall stars (with health+staffing+quality tie-breaks), with nurse staffing above the national norm. No recent finding reached the actual-harm level.

4 / 5
CMS overall · national 3.0
#402 of 1,154
In-state rank among rated CA homes
4.28
Nurse hrs/resident-day · national 3.86
21
Inspection findings on file

CMS force-curves overall stars within each state; read health, staffing, and quality sub-ratings alongside the headline.

In-state ownership mix · peer inventory

How 1,165 CA nursing homes split by ownership sector

This facility is recorded as For profit - Limited Liability company. Sector buckets collapse CMS ownership_type into For-profit, Nonprofit, and Government, orthogonal to the RN/LPN/CNA hour bar below.

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

3/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
555418
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
62
Residents
55
In Hospital
No
County
Alameda
Last Inspection
Apr 10, 2026

Staffing Data

How the 4.28 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
0.90 (nat'l avg: 0.69)
LPN Hours
0.86
CNA Hours
2.51
Total Nursing Hours
4.28 (nat'l avg: 3.86)
PT Hours
0.20
Nursing Turnover
52.9%
RN Turnover
18.2%

What the CMS Record Reveals About St Francis Healthcare Center

According to CMS Nursing Home Compare, St Francis Healthcare Center ranks #402 of 1,154 rated nursing homes in CA on overall stars (tie-broken by health+staffing+quality, then fewer fines). St Francis Healthcare Center operates 62 certified beds in Hayward, CA with approximately 55 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars (health inspection 3★ · staffing 3★ · quality 5★).

The inspection file contains 21 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider. Reported nurse staffing runs 4.28 total hours per resident day (national average 3.86); RN hours specifically are 0.90 per resident day.

Classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, St Francis Healthcare Center falls into a category where comparative context matters. Reported nursing staff turnover at this facility is 52.9% (CMS payroll-based measure).

Why sub-scores and the CMS methodology matter

The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results, staffing levels, and quality measures. Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone, a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes, ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. The staffing metric in particular is the one most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report, the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify the same record on Medicare.gov Care Compare and with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (21 most recent)

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0760

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0694

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0761

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0759

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 10, 2026 Tag: 0609

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: May 10, 2026

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 24, 2025 Tag: 0761

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 6, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 24, 2025 Tag: 0740

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 6, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 24, 2025 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 6, 2025

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 24, 2025 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 6, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 26, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 7, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 22, 2024 Tag: 0836

Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: May 2, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 22, 2024 Tag: 0758

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 2, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 18, 2024 Tag: 0624

Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 18, 2024

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 4.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 2.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 3.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 2.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 5.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 2.8% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 1.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 1.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 9.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 6.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 6.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 86.1% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 99.0% No

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Nationwide facilities with similar scale or staffing

Two data-derived peer sets for St Francis Healthcare Center, both outside CA so the neighborhoods are not the same-state geography list below.

What the CMS records show for St Francis Healthcare Center

The health, staffing, and quality sub-ratings above often diverge from the CMS overall headline. Use those components and the inspection findings to read the full file, not the overall star alone.

  • The CA registry aggregates state averages and the highest-rated homes in this cohort. View CA registry
  • Peer homes near 62 beds show how CMS stars vary at a similar scale in CA. Compare a similar-size peer
  • CMS publishes separate fields for inspections, nurse staffing hours, and quality measures; the guide explains how each star is computed. How CMS ratings work

CMS refreshes Nursing Home Compare quarterly (current extract: August 2026). PlainNursing describes published records; it does not establish suitability, availability, admissions, or individual outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for St Francis Healthcare Center?
St Francis Healthcare Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (3★), and quality measures (5★).
Where does St Francis Healthcare Center rank among nursing homes in CA?
According to CMS Nursing Home Compare overall stars (with health+staffing+quality tie-breaks, then fewer fines), St Francis Healthcare Center ranks 402nd among 1,154 rated nursing homes in CA (#402 of 1,154). CMS force-curves the overall star within each state, so this peer set is the honest comparison.
What are the staffing levels at St Francis Healthcare Center?
St Francis Healthcare Center reports 4.28 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.86). RN hours are 0.90 per resident day (national average: 0.69). Nursing staff turnover is 52.9%.
How many beds does St Francis Healthcare Center have?
St Francis Healthcare Center has 62 certified beds with approximately 55 residents. The facility is located at 718 Bartlett Ave, Hayward, CA 94541.
Does St Francis Healthcare Center have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, St Francis Healthcare Center has 21 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has St Francis Healthcare Center received any fines or penalties?
No, St Francis Healthcare Center has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns St Francis Healthcare Center?
St Francis Healthcare Center is classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was St Francis Healthcare Center last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for St Francis Healthcare Center was on Apr 10, 2026. The facility received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for St Francis Healthcare Center?
St Francis Healthcare Center is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.
Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Verify the same CCN on Medicare.gov Care Compare and with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.

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