Nursing home · Rancho Mission Viejo, CA
Orchards Skilled Nursing
1 Amistad Drive, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694 · (949) 443-8900
Orchards Skilled Nursing is a 49-bed for-profit nursing home in Rancho Mission Viejo, California (Orange County). It has been certified to provide Medicare services since 2021. On average it cares for 46 residents a day (about 93% of its certified beds). It is part of Continuing Life, a group of 6 nursing homes. It is part of a continuing care retirement community. CMS gives it an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 5.29 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.96 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 4.71 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 35% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 20% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | July 16, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 3 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: The Orchards Hc LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Assisted living nearby
- Morningstar Senior Living of Mission ViMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · 198 residents
- Watermark Laguna NiguelLaguna Niguel · 0.5 mi · 135 residents
- La Vida at Mission ViejoMission Viejo · 0.8 mi · 150 residents
- Heritage PointeMission Viejo · 0.8 mi · 225 residents
Common questions
What is the star rating of Orchards Skilled Nursing?
CMS rates Orchards Skilled Nursing 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Orchards Skilled Nursing have?
49 certified beds, with an average of 46 residents a day.
Does Orchards Skilled Nursing accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Orchards Skilled Nursing?
(949) 443-8900. Address: 1 Amistad Drive, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).