Nursing Homes in Kern County, California

17 Medicare-certified nursing homes serve Kern County, averaging 1.7 out of 5 overall among rated providers. Below are provider profiles with CMS ratings, inspections, staffing, and ownership.

Browse: Nursing Homes in California · all care types in Kern County · Cities: Delano, Arvin, Bakersfield, Lake Isabella, Ridgecrest, Shafter

Nursing Homes profiles in Kern County

Cities in Kern County

Delano, CA 3 facilities Arvin, CA 1 facilities Bakersfield, CA 10 facilities Lake Isabella, CA 1 facilities Ridgecrest, CA 1 facilities Shafter, CA 1 facilities

Choosing a nursing home in Kern County

When comparing nursing homes, review the health inspection findings behind the star rating, check nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation services, memory care, and how care plans are reviewed.

The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.

Families in Kern County should ask about Medicare and Medicaid participation, current openings, care planning, and how concerns are escalated after hours. In-person visits and direct questions remain the most reliable way to judge fit.

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Kern County?

The current CMS snapshot lists 17 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Kern County, California, with an average overall CMS rating of 1.7 out of 5 among rated providers.

Which cities in Kern County have nursing homes?

Delano, Arvin, Bakersfield, Lake Isabella, Ridgecrest, Shafter have Medicare-certified nursing homes in the current snapshot.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data processing date: 2026-10-06.

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