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HomeColoradoUniversity Park Care Center

University Park Care Center

945 Desert Flower Blvd, Pueblo, CO 810017195455321WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(165 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
180
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.
1 fine(s) totaling $22,653

How University Park 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
4/5
CO average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
CO average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
2/5
CO average
3.1/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.15 hrs/day
CO average
3.72 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.75 hrs/day
CO average
0.83 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
50.5%
CO average
47.1%
Higher than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Colorado average of 3.1/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.15 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.72.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 2, 2023
Most recent cycle
10
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 11, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 5 more deficiency citations 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
Pueblo County 65+
31,753
18.9% of county
County Population
168,135
Pueblo County

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

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University Park Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Pueblo, Colorado with 180 certified beds. It has been operating since 1986. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
180
Avg Residents/Day
109.7
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 20, 1986
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Pueblo
Last Inspection
Jun 11, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10
Weighted Score
69.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (24)

F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jun 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0561Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Survey: Jun 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0881Potential for Harm

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Survey: Jun 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0688Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jun 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Jun 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jun 11, 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: Jun 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 2, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Feb 2, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0557Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Survey: Feb 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Feb 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jan 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0921Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Aug 15, 2019Corrected: 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: Aug 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Aug 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Aug 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Aug 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0743Potential for Harm

Ensure that a resident does not develop patterns of decreased social interaction and/or increased withdrawn, angry, or depressive behaviors, unless unavoidable.

Survey: Aug 15, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$22,653
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineJun 11, 2024
$22,653
Payment DenialJan 8, 2024
15 days denied

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

Nurse Aide1.83 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.58 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.75 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.15 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.85 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.04 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
50.5%
RN Turnover
66.7%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (24)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INCDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 25, 1984
PRESTON, FORRESTINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJan 25, 1984
FRANSUA, BRITTNEEMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AApr 24, 2023
LAROCHE, MELANIEMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AFeb 18, 2024
SCHMIDT, DEREKMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AAug 1, 2023
CROSS, CINDYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 21, 1994
HENRY, TERRYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 16, 1999
LAY, LISACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 9, 2018
SWANKER, RICHARDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2011
THURMOND, JOANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 22, 2000
DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2006
LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AOct 7, 1985
PUEBLO MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AOct 7, 1985
FLETCHER, TODDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 13, 2024
FRANSUA, BRITTNEEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 24, 2023
KINNETT, STEVENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 11, 2016
LAROCHE, MELANIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 18, 2024
PRESTON, AUBREYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 13, 2024
SCHMIDT, DEREKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 1, 2023
ZIEGLER, JAMESOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 13, 2024
LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AApr 2, 2025
PUEBLO MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJun 30, 2009
FRANSUA, BRITTNEEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 2, 2025
KINNETT, STEVENADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 2, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for University Park Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Colorado facilities
University Park Care Center
Pueblo, COCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $22,653
Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation
Pueblo, CO1.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $41,772
Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation
Pueblo, CO1.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $30,707
Center at Park West Llc, the
Pueblo, CO3.8 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
High Plains Post Acute LLC
Pueblo, CO3.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $72,840
Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center
Pueblo, CO5.5 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $89,938
Atlas Post Acute
Pueblo, CO5.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $39,368
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
University Park Care Center
Pueblo, CO · Current facility
—4/53/52/5$22,653
Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation
Pueblo, CO
1.5 mi3/53/52/5$41,772
Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation
Pueblo, CO
1.5 mi2/52/53/5$30,707
Center at Park West Llc, the
Pueblo, CO
3.8 mi3/53/53/5None recorded
High Plains Post Acute LLC
Pueblo, CO
3.8 mi2/52/52/5$72,840
Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center
Pueblo, CO
5.5 mi1/52/51/5$89,938
Atlas Post Acute
Pueblo, CO
5.7 mi3/54/51/5$39,368

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 University Park Care Center?▾
University Park Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does University Park 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). University Park Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has University Park Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
University Park Care Center had 10 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 11, 2024). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $22,653.
What are the staffing levels at University Park Care Center?▾
University Park Care Center provides 3.15 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours, 0.58 LPN hours, and 1.83 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 50.5%.
How many beds does University Park Care Center have?▾
University Park Care Center has 180 certified beds with an average of 109.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 61% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Life Care Centers of America chain.
Are there other nursing homes near University Park Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Colorado, including 6 in Pueblo. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about University Park Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, University Park Care Center has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 165 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of Life Care Centers of America

This chain operates 194 facilities. View all →