Facility WatchInspection records for every certified US nursing home
Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home - Rifle
851 E 5th ST Rifle, CO 81650 (970) 625-0842
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CCN
065386
Certified beds
89
Ownership
Government - State
Nurse staffing
5.61
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted
Registered nurses: 1.84 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover: 52% a year
Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.
Inspection history
Inspected November 20, 2025
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0600No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 12, 2025
D
F0695No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 5, 2025
Inspected November 22, 2024
9 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0600No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
D
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
D
F0805No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
D
F0908No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
E
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
F
F0867No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
F
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
G
F0686Actual harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
K
F0689Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Pattern
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 20, 2024
Inspected June 6, 2024
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0712No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 8, 2024
J
F0760Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Past Non-Compliance · corrected May 26, 2024
Inspected May 18, 2023
4 citations · Health
D
F0600No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 26, 2023
D
F0692No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 26, 2023
E
F0658No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 26, 2023
E
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 12, 2023
Inspected February 14, 2022
4 citations · Health
D
F0550No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 15, 2022
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 15, 2022
D
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 16, 2022
G
F0600Actual harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 15, 2022