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HomeColoradoGrand River Health Care Center

Grand River Health Care Center

701 E 5th St, Rifle, CO 816509706251514WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.6on Google(10 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
57
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $34,110

How Grand River Health Care Center Compares in Colorado

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Colorado. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
3/5
CO average
3.1/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
CO average
2.7/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
5/5
CO average
3.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.85 hrs/day
CO average
3.72 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.14 hrs/day
CO average
0.83 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
40.0%
CO average
47.1%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Colorado average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.85 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.72.
Reported RN time is 1.14 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.83.
Staff turnover is 40.0%, lower than the Colorado average of 47.1%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 8, 2024
Most recent cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 30, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$9,581/mo
Colorado median
Private Room
$11,101/mo
Colorado median
Garfield County 65+
8,419
13.6% of county
County Population
61,683
Garfield County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Grand River Health Care Center is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Rifle, Colorado with 57 certified beds. It has been operating since 2003. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
57
Avg Residents/Day
52.8
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 1, 2003
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Garfield
Last Inspection
Jan 30, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5
Weighted Score
78.3
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (11)

F0689Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: Jan 30, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0730Potential for Harm

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Survey: Jan 30, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0572Potential for Harm

Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.

Survey: Jan 30, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jan 30, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 30, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0742Potential for Harm

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Survey: Feb 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Feb 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$34,110
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineJan 30, 2026
$34,110

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

Nurse Aide3.02 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.70 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.14 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.85 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.21 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.19 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
40.0%
RN Turnover
53.3%
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 (12)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL DISTRICT5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 1, 1966
ELLIS, TODDMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AFeb 27, 2023
MENDIZABAL, RAQUELMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
RICKSTREW, JAYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AFeb 27, 2023
WILL, PERRYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AFeb 27, 2023
PAGET, CHAVIENW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 1, 2024
COOMBS, JAMESCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 1, 2006
ELLIS, TODDTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 27, 2023
MENDIZABAL, RAQUELTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
RICKSTREW, JAYTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 27, 2023
WILL, PERRYTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 27, 2023
PAGET, CHAVIENADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ADec 12, 2024

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Grand River Health Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Colorado facilities
Grand River Health Care Center
Rifle, COCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $34,110
Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle
Rifle, CO2,640 ftAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $32,975
Glenwood Springs Healthcare
Glenwood Springs, CO24.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $5,293
Heritage Park Care Center
Carbondale, CO31.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $25,990
Walbridge Memorial Convalescent Wing
Meeker, CO36.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $29,981
Canyon View Care Center
Palisade, CO42.2 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $28,322
Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center
Paonia, CO47.4 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $32,619
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Grand River Health Care Center
Rifle, CO · Current facility
—3/52/55/5$34,110
Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle
Rifle, CO
2,640 ft2/51/55/5$32,975
Glenwood Springs Healthcare
Glenwood Springs, CO
24.5 mi2/53/51/5$5,293
Heritage Park Care Center
Carbondale, CO
31.1 mi2/51/53/5$25,990
Walbridge Memorial Convalescent Wing
Meeker, CO
36.5 mi3/53/54/5$29,981
Canyon View Care Center
Palisade, CO
42.2 mi2/51/53/5$28,322
Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center
Paonia, CO
47.4 mi1/51/54/5$32,619

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Grand River Health Care Center?▾
Grand River Health Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Grand River Health Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Colorado is $9,581/month for a semi-private room and $11,101/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Grand River Health Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Grand River Health Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Grand River Health Care Center had 5 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 30, 2026). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $34,110.
What are the staffing levels at Grand River Health Care Center?▾
Grand River Health Care Center provides 4.85 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.14 RN hours, 0.70 LPN hours, and 3.02 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 40.0%.
How many beds does Grand River Health Care Center have?▾
Grand River Health Care Center has 57 certified beds with an average of 52.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 93% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Grand River Health Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Colorado, including 1 in Rifle. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Grand River Health Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Grand River Health Care Center has a rating of 3.6 out of 5 based on 10 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.