VERMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER (Torrance, CA) is rated 1 out of 5 stars overall, with a 1-star health inspection rating and 2-star staffing rating; reported nurse staffing is 4.31 hours per resident per day, slightly above the federal benchmark of 4.1. It has $131,654 in fines in the last 24 months and a recent federal penalty, with recent inspection citations involving discharge planning, care per orders, and accident hazards/supervision.
Last inspection: April 24, 2026Penalties, last 24 months: $131,654recent federal penalty
Federal guidance recommends at least 4.1 nursing hours per resident each day. This facility reports 4.3095.
Staffing detail
Registered nurses
0.57
Licensed practical nurses
1.41
Nurse aides
2.32
Weekend nursing
4.10
Hours per resident per day.
Total staff turnover: 51%
Registered nurse turnover: 46%
Resident outcomes
Each measure compares a year ago with the most recent quarter. Green means the facility moved the right way; red means the wrong way.
Negative outcomes
Lower is better — fewer affected residents. A decrease is good (green); an increase is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents on antipsychotic medication
6.2%17.9%Worsening
Residents with a fall causing major injury
0%0%No change
Residents with pressure ulcers (bedsores)
7%6.6%No change
Residents with a urinary tract infection
3.4%0%Improving
Residents who lost too much weight
6.5%3.9%Improving
Residents who were physically restrained
0%0%No change
Residents needing more help with daily activities
6.2%6.1%No change
Residents whose ability to walk got worse
2.2%7.1%Worsening
Long-stay residents on antianxiety or sleep medication
8.6%6.6%Improving
Short-stay residents newly given an antipsychotic
1.9%1%Improving
Residents with a long-term catheter
2%0%Improving
Residents with new or worsening incontinence
13.7%0.9%Improving
Residents with depressive symptoms
4.6%2.4%Improving
Positive outcomes
Higher is better — e.g. vaccinations. An increase is good (green); a decrease is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents given the seasonal flu vaccine
—98.8%—
Long-stay residents given the pneumonia vaccine
100%100%No change
Short-stay residents given the seasonal flu vaccine
—97.7%—
Short-stay residents given the pneumonia vaccine
100%100%No change
What the inspectors found
The home failed to make sure the resident’s transfer or discharge met their needs and preferences and was safe. Cited February 2026 — isolated incident, immediate jeopardy to residents.
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F-Tag 627 — 42 CFR §483.15(c) — S/S: J
The nursing home failed to provide appropriate treatment and care according to residents' orders, preferences, and goals. Cited October 2025 — isolated incident, actual harm.
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F-Tag 684 — 42 CFR §483.25 — S/S: G
The nursing home failed to keep the area free of hazards and provide enough supervision to prevent accidents. Cited May 2025 — isolated incident, actual harm.
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F-Tag 689 — 42 CFR §483.25(d) — S/S: G
The nursing home failed to provide proper pressure ulcer care and failed to prevent new pressure sores from developing. Cited March 2025 — isolated incident, actual harm.
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F-Tag 686 — 42 CFR §483.25(b) — S/S: G
The home failed to provide proper bladder and bowel care, including catheter care and steps to prevent urinary tract infections. Cited March 2024 — isolated incident, actual harm.
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F-Tag 690 — 42 CFR §483.25(e) — S/S: G
Recent history
STAFFING
Reported nurse staffing met or exceeded the federal recommendation.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 22 health deficiencies.
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PENALTY
A federal fine of $16,149 was recorded.
STAFFING
Reported nurse staffing met or exceeded the federal recommendation.
PENALTY
A federal fine of $24,845 was recorded.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 1 health deficiency.
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INSPECTION
Health inspection found 2 health deficiencies.
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PENALTY
A federal fine of $31,031 was recorded.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 1 health deficiency.
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PENALTY
A federal fine of $12,438 was recorded.
PENALTY
A federal payment denial was recorded.
PENALTY
A federal fine of $72,036 was recorded.
Penalties & enforcement
On record with Medicare: 5 fines · $158,506 in total fines · 1 payment denial.
Federal fine
Feb 6, 2026
$16,149
Federal fine
Oct 30, 2025
$31,031
Federal fine
May 1, 2025
$12,438
Medicare/Medicaid payment denial
Feb 5, 2025
33 days
Federal fine
Feb 5, 2025
$72,036
Federal fine
Mar 8, 2024
$26,852
Operator & ownership
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Occupancy
168.9 residents on an average day (84% of 200 beds)
Medicare history
Certified for 52 years
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services — public records, updated monthly. GoodStanding presents official records with plain-language summaries. Always visit a facility in person.