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HomeColoradoColorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle

Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle

851 E 5th St, Rifle, CO 816509706250842
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
89
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
1 fine(s) totaling $32,975

Key Findings

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

• Has 89 certified beds with an average of 64.3 residents per day (72% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 11 deficiencies (inspected Nov 22, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $32,975 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.81 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 49.3%

Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Rifle, Colorado with 89 certified beds. It has been operating since 2006. The facility scored below average compared to Colorado facilities.

Beds
89
Avg Residents/Day
64.3
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jun 1, 2006
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Garfield
Last Inspection
Nov 22, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11
Weighted Score
169.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (21)

F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Nov 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Actual Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Nov 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: Nov 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: Nov 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0805Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Survey: Nov 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Nov 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0867Potential for Harm

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Survey: Nov 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0712Potential for Harm

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Survey: Jun 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0760Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jun 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: May 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0600Actual Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Feb 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Feb 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$32,975
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineNov 22, 2024
$32,975

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

Nurse Aide2.28 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.29 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.24 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.81 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.19 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
49.3%
RN Turnover
30.4%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - State
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
STATE OF COLORADO5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 1, 2015
STATE OF COLORADOOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2015
RESER, CAROLYNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015
COPPOCK, KIMW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMay 3, 2006
CROOK, PAULW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ADec 7, 2009
WELLENDORF, DIANAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AFeb 18, 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle?▾
Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle had any health inspection violations?▾
Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle had 11 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Nov 22, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $32,975 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle?▾
Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle provides 3.81 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.24 RN hours, 0.29 LPN hours, and 2.28 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 49.3%.
How many beds does Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle have?▾
Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle has 89 certified beds with an average of 64.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 72% occupancy. The facility is Government - State owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle?▾
Yes, there are 1 other nursing home in Rifle, Colorado with an average rating of 3.5/5. You can compare all facilities on the Rifle nursing homes page.