La Mesa Nursing Homes

La Mesa has nine skilled nursing homes, with seven rated by Medicare. The average overall score is 4.3 stars out of five, with six homes scoring four stars or higher and one at five stars. This indicates generally above-average performance across the city's facilities based on federal data. Families should check specific facility ratings on Medicare's website for the most current scores.

Staffing averages 4.6 nursing hours per resident daily, but only 0.8 hours come from registered nurses. Annual nursing staff turnover is 34%, which is high and suggests frequent staff changes. Higher turnover often correlates with less consistent care. These numbers provide context for understanding the daily care environment, though they don't replace direct facility review.

San Diego County has 22 hospitals, including 17 with emergency departments, offering good nearby medical access. Statewide, shared room nursing home costs average $81,750 yearly. Families should compare actual facility Medicare star ratings and staffing details against this average. If La Mesa options don't meet needs, consider facilities in neighboring cities with potentially better-rated homes.