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River Bend Nursing Center

2215 Oakmont Way

4(103 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
99
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
99
Clinical outcomes
Facility reports low rehospitalization rates

What Families Think

Reviewers describe River Bend Nursing Center as a skilled nursing and rehab facility where many families report attentive nursing and therapy staff who helped residents recover and return home. However, one detailed and serious complaint describes infections, malnutrition, poor physician oversight, and large unexpected bills, alongside notes that the building is overdue for a remodel.

The Good

  • Therapy team praised for helping residents regain strength
  • Nurses described as compassionate, responsive, and hard-working
  • Multiple reviewers say facility is clean and organized
  • Social services team actively communicates with families
  • Several residents successfully discharged home after recovery

The Bad

  • One serious report of infections, malnutrition, and neglect
  • One account of unexpected insurance billing exceeding $120,000
  • Facility described by one reviewer as overdue for remodel
  • One reviewer criticized physician's limited time and bedside manner

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

River Bend Nursing Center is a senior living community in West Sacramento, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 103 reviews.

About River Bend Nursing Center

River Bend Nursing Center is a skilled nursing and sub-acute care facility located in West Sacramento, California. The center offers 24-hour clinical support in a patient-centered environment designed to promote healing, recovery, and comfort for residents transitioning from hospitals or requiring ongoing skilled services.

The facility provides comprehensive skilled nursing, sub-acute care, and rehabilitation services with on-site physician oversight, including specialists in physiatry, infectious disease, advanced wound care, psychiatry, and neuropsychology. The nursing team is trained to manage medically complex patient care, and the facility is wound care certified with certified wound care nurses available to handle complex wounds. An experienced interdisciplinary team works with each resident and their physician to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual medical needs and goals.

River Bend's therapy staff is committed to creating rehabilitation programs that meet individual patient needs, focusing on helping residents reach their goals and return home or achieve their highest level of independence. The facility reports low rehospitalization rates and emphasizes strong clinical outcomes in supporting recovery.

The community features a dedicated social services team and professional staff who create and lead social programs and activities for residents. The facility works with both residents and families to manage requests and provide open communication throughout the care process.

Located in the heart of West Sacramento, the facility sits minutes from the Sacramento River and the Capitol region, offering a peaceful setting with natural beauty.

Types of Care at River Bend Nursing Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of River Bend Nursing Center

4overall · 103 ratings combined

4★ on Google (103)

Martha Tirado

May 2026

via Google

I just want to thank everyone from River Bend Nursing Center, my dad was admitted here on March and thanks to their care my dad is back home 🙏 from day one my family and I felt really good about this place, its clean and the patient's are well taken care, the nurses are very nice, social services always there when you need them..our experience there was very satisfying, on behalf of my family and my dad I want to thank all of you🙏 for everything you did for my dad🙏 we for sure recommend this Nursing Center 💯% again thank you!!! 🙏

L A

May 2026

via Google

If you want infections,muscle waisting ,lied too by staff on the condition your loved one is in ,malnutrition, weight drops down to 100 pounds , and being held hostage then this is the retreat for you ..then get 120,000 in bills because they maxed out 3 insurance carriers , then definitely I recommend this place 🤔🤨 if you want gaslighting staff then this is the recovery for you. If you want 1 doctor who never sees you and is the doctor for 3 half 3 counties and over prescribes dangerous combinations then this is the exact place you will want to go. Because it may be your last stop on this earth .... God Bless the people involved in such disregard for human life. And the people who are affected by there daily actions or lack there of ......

Jeff Orcino

Nov 2025

via Google

First off, the only reasons I am not giving five stars is a) the facility is way overdue for a remodel, however it is clean, and b) the doctor(s) have pretty terrible bedside manner. That being said, I can overlook these because the staff is amazing. Also, from what I’ve learned after 3 hospitals for my mother in 3 months (and 2 hospitals a year ago), the doctor takes all the staffs input and basically spends 2-5 mins a day with the patient (do not like this but it is our medical system). So ultimately, the staff are the people caring for my mother, not necessarily the doctor. I’ve seen a ton of language barriers, impossible communication, and just an all around lack of care elsewhere, and I see none of this here. My mother has an impossible prognosis, and the staff is aware of this, but are still giving everything they can to help her recover (from an induced coma and being bedridden) and making her life as pleasant as it can be until she makes her final descent. I’ve also learned family involvement is key to anyone recovering, so give them (your loved one and the staff) the support/input they need

ramsey odom

Oct 2025

via Google

My time at River Bend has been a very organize, Clean, a high quality care facility, starting from the leadership down to the LVN to the CN, The Physical Therapy Team was Awesome! They have build up my strength and endurance, I will continue doing the workout! I have special shots out to the ones that made my time to even more enjoyable, Kirk, Nurse Angela Dr Lolita,DaPaul, Rae,lDestiny Debbie Mya, Octavian Cynthia,RJ, Sue, Henry(H-Town) Rita, Catherine, MY Boss ladies Suzanne, Laurie Fatin, its a bitter sweet me leaving so soon but im doing alot better my wound is healing very well So I will do my home care for the remaining, River Bend is a 5 star Nursing Rehab center Your truly Ramsey Odom

Jerry Rinard

Aug 2025

via Google

If you or a family member are looking for a skilled nursing facility, I would definitely recommend River Bend Nursing Center. I was a resident at River Bend for about 15 months. The staff is always very helpful, and there are many hard-working healthcare workers who are responsive, compassionate and caring. I wish I had the space here to thank each one of them personally. I would like to acknowledge Nurse Henry who took such good care of me when I first got to River Bend and who was so great about keeping my family informed about how I was doing. Linda the speech therapist and Darwin the physical therapist both helped me so much with my physical recovery. Having been a resident there for over a year, River Bend came to feel like home. I recovered so well that I was recently discharged. I greatly appreciate all that everyone did to help me during my stay at River Bend. I really can't thank them enough. Sincerely, Jerry Rinard

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Government Inspection History

12 inspection visits in the last three years, 73 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Mar 30, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 10, 2026

Feb 25, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 26, 2026

Aug 21, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 12, 2025

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 12, 2025

Aug 15, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
  • Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 4, 2025

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 10, 2025

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 21, 2025

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 10, 2025

  • Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 10, 2025

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 10, 2025

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 10, 2025

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 28, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 10, 2025

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 10, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 28, 2025

  • Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 2, 2025

  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 28, 2025

  • Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 3, 2025

  • Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 3, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 28, 2025

Dec 24, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 23, 2025

Oct 30, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 12, 2024

Oct 4, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 12, 2024

Sep 17, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 23, 2024

Aug 22, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard29 citations
  • Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 24, 2024

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 24, 2024

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 24, 2024

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 24, 2024

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 24, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 24, 2024

  • Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 24, 2024

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 24, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 24, 2024

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 24, 2024

  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 24, 2024

Dec 14, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 5, 2024

Oct 3, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 10, 2023

Jul 30, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 3, 2021

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 17, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 17, 2021

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 3, 2021

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 17, 2021

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 17, 2021

  • Implement emergency and standby power systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 17, 2021

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does River Bend Nursing Center offer?

River Bend Nursing Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is River Bend Nursing Center located?

River Bend Nursing Center is located at 2215 Oakmont Way in West Sacramento, California.

What do families say about River Bend Nursing Center?

Reviewers describe River Bend Nursing Center as a skilled nursing and rehab facility where many families report attentive nursing and therapy staff who helped residents recover and return home. However, one detailed and serious complaint describes infections, malnutrition, poor physician oversight, and large unexpected bills, alongside notes that the building is overdue for a remodel.

How did River Bend Nursing Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

River Bend Nursing Center had 12 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 73 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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