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HomeMissouriBluffs, the

Bluffs, the

3105 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, MO 652015734426060
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
132
certified
3 fine(s) totaling $37,621

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 2/5 stars (below average)

• Has 132 certified beds with an average of 118.4 residents per day (90% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 10 deficiencies (inspected Nov 1, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $37,621 across 3 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 4.16 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 63.1% (high)

Bluffs, the is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Columbia, Missouri with 132 certified beds. It has been operating since 1992. The facility scored below average compared to Missouri facilities.

Beds
132
Avg Residents/Day
118.4
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
May 5, 1992
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Boone
Last Inspection
Nov 1, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10
Weighted Score
135.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (38)

F0760Actual Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Feb 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0623Potential for Harm

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0625Potential for Harm

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0804Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Immediate Jeopardy

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jan 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: May 20, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: May 20, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Jun 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jan 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Dec 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Dec 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 27, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0602Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Survey: Mar 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 8 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$37,621
Number of Fines
3
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
3

Penalty History

FineJan 14, 2025
$9,110
FineJan 14, 2025
$9,110
FineNov 1, 2024
$19,401

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.01 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.79 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.36 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.16 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.73 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
63.1%
RN Turnover
63.2%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (15)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
FAIRCHILD, JULIAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 9, 2021
MOORE, CHRISTINAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 1, 2019
SJOBLOM, BETHOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 25, 2024
DRESNER, JESSICACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 30, 2025
MOORE, CHRISTINACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2019
MOSS, JANETCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ADec 31, 2023
PROST, EVANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 30, 2024
SIMPSON, DORISCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 30, 2024
VELLOFF-BURRIS, TARACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 31, 2023
BACON, SUZETTECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 30, 2023
BAKER, JENNIFERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 30, 2025
FAIRCHILD, JULIACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 9, 2021
GILBERT, BARRYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 31, 2022
MINNER, DONNACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 28, 2023
GERSHMAN INVESTMENT CORP.5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AOct 24, 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Bluffs, the?▾
Bluffs, the has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Bluffs, the had any health inspection violations?▾
Bluffs, the had 10 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Nov 1, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $37,621 across 3 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Bluffs, the?▾
Bluffs, the provides 4.16 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.36 RN hours, 0.79 LPN hours, and 3.01 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 63.1%.
How many beds does Bluffs, the have?▾
Bluffs, the has 132 certified beds with an average of 118.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Bluffs, the?▾
Yes, there are 7 other nursing homes in Columbia, Missouri with an average rating of 2.5/5. You can compare all facilities on the Columbia nursing homes page.