COLORADO : CONFIRMED NURSING HOME COMPLAINTS

RATING DEFINITION
actual harm and/or immediate jeopardy: score= G,H,I,J,K,L
potential for more than minimal harm: score= D,E,F
potential for minimal harm: score= A,B,C
The complaint data was obtained directly from CMS, 06/24/08. More recent reports/corrections may be available at the nursing home, ask to see all reports
.

AURORA CARE CENTER: AURORA, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
12/07/2005 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
12/07/2005 Give proper treatment to residents with feeding tubes to prevent problems (such as aspiration pneumonia, diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration, metabolic abnormalities, nasal-pharyngeal ulcers) and help restore eating skills, if possible. D
12/07/2005 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. B
09/21/2006 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. G
09/21/2006 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
11/01/2006 Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. E
08/09/2007 Screen residents when they are first admitted to send them to an area with special care for people with developmental disabilities or mental illness, if needed. D
08/09/2007 1) Make sure that residents who take drugs are not given too many doses or for too long; 2) make sure that the use of drugs is carefully watched; or 3) stop or change drugs that cause unwanted effects. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

ST PAUL HEALTH CENTER: DENVER, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
12/11/2007 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

MOUNTAIN VISTA HEALTH CENTER: WHEAT RIDGE, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
08/06/2007 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. E
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

GRAND OAKS CARE CENTER: LAKEWOOD, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
07/21/2005 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. E
07/21/2005 Make sure each resident has the right to choose activities, schedules and health care according to his or her interests, assessment, and plan of care. E
09/01/2005 Provide written records when a resident is transferred or discharged. D
09/01/2005 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
09/21/2005 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha E
09/21/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
09/21/2005 Have a program to keep infection from spreading. G
01/10/2006 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
03/08/2006 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. G
03/08/2006 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
03/08/2006 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. D
05/10/2006 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. E
08/16/2006 Give or get dental care for each resident. D
08/16/2006 Make sure there is a program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. E
08/22/2007 Listen to the resident or family groups or act on their complaints or suggestions. E
08/22/2007 Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. D
08/22/2007 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
11/05/2007 1) Provide 3 meals daily at regular times; or 2) serve breakfast within 14 hours after dinner; or 3) offer a snack at bedtime each day. E
12/19/2007 Provide social services for related medical problems to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. D
12/19/2007 Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. E
02/14/2008 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. J
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

MESA VISTA OF BOULDER: BOULDER, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
03/30/2005 Make sure that each residents' abilities to take care of themselves does not lessen, unless a change cannot be avoided. D
03/30/2005 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. G
08/11/2005 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
08/11/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
08/11/2005 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. G
08/25/2005 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. G
08/25/2005 Provide activities to meet the needs of each resident. E
08/25/2005 Make a complete assessment that covers all questions for areas that are listed in official regulations. D
02/27/2006 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. E
07/03/2007 Provide services to meet the needs and preferences of each resident. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

CHERRY HILLS HEALTH CARE CENTER: ENGLEWOOD, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
05/24/2005 Let the resident or the resident's representative look at all records. D
05/24/2005 Let the resident refuse treatment or refuse to take part in an experiment. D
05/24/2005 Let residents give themselves their drugs if they are able. D
05/24/2005 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. D
05/24/2005 Provide social services for related medical problems to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. G
05/24/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
04/26/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

VILLA MANOR CARE CENTER: LAKEWOOD, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
04/12/2005 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
04/12/2005 Have drugs and other similar products available, which are needed every day and in emergencies, and give them out properly. D
06/20/2007 Protect the resident from a transfer or discharge that is not wanted or needed. G
06/20/2007 Provide enough notice before discharging or transferring a resident. D
06/20/2007 Tell the resident or the resident's representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident's bed when the resident temporarily leaves the facility. D
06/20/2007 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. D
06/20/2007 Have an agreement with at least one hospital certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care. D
12/03/2007 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY -BONELL COMMUNITY: GREELEY, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
12/14/2006 Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. D
12/14/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
12/14/2006 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

WESTWIND VILLAGE: PUEBLO, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
11/09/2005 Give the resident's legal representative the same rights as the resident. D
11/09/2005 Provide enough notice before discharging or transferring a resident. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

VILLAS AT SUNNY ACRES, THE: THORNTON, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
11/18/2005 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

MESA MANOR CARE CENTER: GRAND JUNCTION, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
04/27/2005 Let residents give themselves their drugs if they are able. B
04/27/2005 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. B
04/27/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. E
04/27/2005 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. D
04/27/2005 Give each resident a special diet to help when there is a nutritional problem. D
04/27/2005 Have drugs and other similar products available, which are needed every day and in emergencies, and give them out properly. D
11/22/2005 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. G
11/22/2005 Have enough nurses to care for every resident in a way that maximizes the resident's well being. E
10/13/2006 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

CENTURA HEALTH-MEDALION HEALTH CENTER: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
02/28/2008 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

VALLEY MANOR CARE CENTER: MONTROSE, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
11/28/2005 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
11/28/2005 Let residents give themselves their drugs if they are able. D
11/28/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
11/28/2005 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. E
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

CLEAR CREEK CARE CENTER: WESTMINSTER, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
02/09/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

CENTURA HEALTH-PAVILION AT VILLA PUEBLO, THE: PUEBLO, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
08/24/2006 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. G
08/24/2006 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. G
08/24/2006 Choose a doctor to be the medical director. D
03/01/2007 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
03/01/2007 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
03/01/2007 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. D
03/01/2007 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. G
03/01/2007 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
06/13/2007 Protect each resident from all abuse, physical punishment, and being separated from others. G
06/13/2007 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
06/13/2007 Provide a final summary of the resident's health status and a summary of the resident's stay, when the resident is ready to leave the nursing home. E
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

PIKES PEAK CARE CENTER: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
07/12/2006 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
07/12/2006 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

HOLLY HEIGHTS NURSING HOME, INC: DENVER, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
11/01/2007 Help and prepare each resident for a safe and easy discharge and transfer from the nursing home. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

NORTH SHORE HEALTH AND REHAB FACILITY: LOVELAND, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
07/13/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
07/13/2005 Properly mark drugs and other similar products. E
12/06/2006 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

CHERRY CREEK NURSING CENTER: AURORA, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
02/16/2005 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
02/16/2005 Keep each resident's personal and medical records private and confidential. D
03/30/2005 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. D
03/30/2005 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. D
03/30/2005 Give or get lab tests to meet the needs of residents. D
05/19/2005 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
05/19/2005 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. D
07/28/2005 Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. E
07/28/2005 Have enough nurses to care for every resident in a way that maximizes the resident's well being. E
12/27/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
12/27/2005 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. G
04/20/2006 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. D
11/06/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
11/06/2006 Be administered in a way that leads to the highest possible level of well being for each resident. E
11/06/2006 Choose a doctor to be the medical director. E
12/26/2006 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. D
12/26/2006 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. D
02/15/2007 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. G
03/08/2007 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
03/08/2007 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. D
08/22/2007 Make sure each resident has the right to choose activities, schedules and health care according to his or her interests, assessment, and plan of care. E
08/22/2007 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. D
08/22/2007 Prepare food that is nutritional, appetizing, tasty, attractive, well-cooked, and at the right temperature. E
11/28/2007 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN CARE CENTER: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
04/20/2005 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
04/20/2005 Listen to the resident or family groups or act on their complaints or suggestions. D
04/20/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

DEVONSHIRE ACRES: STERLING, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
02/17/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
12/04/2006 Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

MOUNTAIN VIEW CARE CENTER: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
07/07/2005 Tell each resident who can get Medicaid benefits about 1) which items and services Medicaid covers and which the resident must pay for; or 2) how to apply for Medicaid, along with the names and addresses of State groups that can help. E
06/01/2006 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. G
07/26/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

VISTA GRANDE INN: CORTEZ, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
01/13/2006 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
06/05/2006 Do a new assessment after any major change in a resident's physical or mental health. D
06/05/2006 1) Develop a complete care plan within 7 days of each resident's admission; 2) prepare a care plan with the care team, including the primary nurse, doctor, resident or resident's family or representative; or 3) check and update the care plan. D
06/05/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
06/05/2006 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. D
10/13/2006 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. G
10/13/2006 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
10/13/2006 Follow all laws and professional standards. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

EBEN EZER LUTHERAN CARE CENTER: BRUSH, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
07/06/2006 Give proper treatment to residents with feeding tubes to prevent problems (such as aspiration pneumonia, diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration, metabolic abnormalities, nasal-pharyngeal ulcers) and help restore eating skills, if possible. D
07/06/2006 Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, ileostomy, tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, respiratory care, foot care, and prostheses. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

SIERRA VISTA HEALTH CARE CENTER: LOVELAND, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
05/16/2006 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. E
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

FORT COLLINS HEALTH CARE CENTER: FORT COLLINS, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
04/07/2005 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. E
02/22/2007 Provide services to meet the needs and preferences of each resident. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

ASPEN LIVING CENTER: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
07/31/2007 1) Develop a complete care plan within 7 days of each resident's admission; 2) prepare a care plan with the care team, including the primary nurse, doctor, resident or resident's family or representative; or 3) check and update the care plan. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

BELMONT LODGE HEALTH CARE CENTER: PUEBLO, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
02/24/2005 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. E
02/24/2005 Hire nurse aides who have completed required training and shown that they are skilled. D
07/22/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

SUNSET MANOR: BRUSH, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
05/22/2007 Provide enough notice before discharging or transferring a resident. D
05/22/2007 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. D
08/30/2007 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
08/30/2007 Provide written records when a resident is transferred or discharged. D
08/30/2007 Help and prepare each resident for a safe and easy discharge and transfer from the nursing home. D
08/30/2007 Write and use policies that forbid mistreatment, neglect and abuse of residents and theft of residents' property. E
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

GLEN AYR HEALTH CENTER: LAKEWOOD, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
03/02/2005 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. E
03/02/2005 Keep safe, clean and homelike surroundings. D
06/09/2005 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
04/11/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
12/12/2007 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. E
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

TERRACE GARDENS HEALTH CARE CENTER: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
02/15/2005 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. E
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

CEDARWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
05/24/2007 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
05/24/2007 Give proper treatment to residents with feeding tubes to prevent problems (such as aspiration pneumonia, diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration, metabolic abnormalities, nasal-pharyngeal ulcers) and help restore eating skills, if possible. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

CAMELLIA HEALTHCARE CENTER: AURORA, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
03/22/2006 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
03/22/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
03/22/2006 Make sure that each resident's nutritional needs were met. G
03/22/2006 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. G
03/22/2006 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
05/22/2006 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. G
05/22/2006 Have drugs and other similar products available, which are needed every day and in emergencies, and give them out properly. E
05/23/2007 Provide social services for related medical problems to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. D
05/23/2007 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
02/21/2008 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. G
04/01/2008 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
04/01/2008 Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. D
04/01/2008 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
04/01/2008 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. G
04/01/2008 Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, ileostomy, tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, respiratory care, foot care, and prostheses. D
04/01/2008 Give or get lab tests to meet the needs of residents. D
04/01/2008 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. E
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

CENTURA HEALTH-ST THOMAS MORE PROGRESSIVE CARE CEN: CANON CITY, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
06/14/2005 Comply with program requirements between annual inspections; although it corrected these problems before the most recent inspection. G
08/15/2006 Make sure each resident has the right to choose activities, schedules and health care according to his or her interests, assessment, and plan of care. D
02/28/2008 Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. D
02/28/2008 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
02/28/2008 Properly mark drugs and other similar products. D
02/28/2008 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

HOSPICE OF SAINT JOHN - LTC: LAKEWOOD, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
02/28/2007 Assess the resident when the resident enters the nursing home, in a timely manner. D
02/28/2007 Check and update (if needed) each resident's assessment every 3 months. D
02/28/2007 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
02/28/2007 At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist check the drugs that each resident takes. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

PROSPECT PARK LIVING CENTER: ESTES PARK, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
07/27/2005 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. G
07/27/2005 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. G
07/27/2005 Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

BEAR CREEK NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER: MORRISON, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
11/08/2005 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
11/08/2005 Give or get lab tests to meet the needs of residents. D
11/08/2005 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
12/29/2005 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
12/29/2005 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. D
12/29/2005 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. G
01/24/2006 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
05/14/2007 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
03/25/2008 Protect the resident from a transfer or discharge that is not wanted or needed. D
03/25/2008 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

AUTUMN HEIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER: DENVER, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
04/06/2005 1) Review the work of each nurse aide every year; or 2) give regular training for the nurse aides. D
11/02/2005 Follow all laws and professional standards. F
01/10/2007 Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. E
03/14/2007 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
03/14/2007 Provide social services for related medical problems to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. D
03/14/2007 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. G
03/14/2007 Make sure that each resident's nutritional needs were met. D
03/14/2007 Have a program to keep infection from spreading. E
06/28/2007 Move, clean and store sheets, towels and other linens in a way that prevents the spread of infection. F
03/11/2008 Protect the resident from a transfer or discharge that is not wanted or needed. D
03/11/2008 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
03/11/2008 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
03/11/2008 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. E
03/11/2008 Make sure there is a program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

BLUE GROUSE HEALTH CARE CENTER: FORT COLLINS, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
10/26/2005 Make sure each resident has the right to choose activities, schedules and health care according to his or her interests, assessment, and plan of care. E
10/26/2005 Provide services to meet the needs and preferences of each resident. D
10/26/2005 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. E
06/08/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
07/19/2006 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. G
07/19/2006 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. G
07/19/2006 Choose a doctor to be the medical director. D
03/17/2008 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

ALPINE LIVING CENTER: THORNTON, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
07/07/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
06/20/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
08/08/2006 Allow residents to easily see the results of the nursing home's most recent survey. D
08/08/2006 Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. G
08/08/2006 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. E
08/08/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
08/08/2006 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. D
08/08/2006 Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, ileostomy, tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, respiratory care, foot care, and prostheses. G
08/08/2006 Have drugs and other similar products available, which are needed every day and in emergencies, and give them out properly. D
08/08/2006 Quickly tell the resident's doctor the results of lab tests. D
08/08/2006 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. E
11/16/2006 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. G
04/26/2007 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. D
04/26/2007 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. D
04/26/2007 Give or get lab tests to meet the needs of residents. D
04/26/2007 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
05/16/2007 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discha D
05/16/2007 Listen to the resident or family groups or act on their complaints or suggestions. E
09/11/2007 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
12/05/2007 Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. D
12/05/2007 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. G
12/05/2007 Have a program to keep infection from spreading. E
04/03/2008 Make sure that each resident's nutritional needs were met. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

SAN JUAN LIVING CENTER: MONTROSE, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
09/13/2006 Have a private telephone available for use. D
09/13/2006 Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. D
09/13/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
09/13/2006 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. G
10/26/2006 Make sure that residents with reduced range of motion get proper treatment and services to increase range of motion. D
Home Page National Watch List OR U.S. Nursing Home Registry
.

MALLEY HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER: NORTHGLENN, CO

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATIONS: CONFIRMEDSCORE
04/13/2005 Make sure each resident has the right to choose activities, schedules and health care according to his or her interests, assessment, and plan of care. D
04/13/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. G
04/13/2005 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. G
04/13/2005 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
05/09/2005 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. G
07/20/2005 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. G
07/20/2005 Give each resident a special diet to help when there is a nutritional problem. E
07/20/2005 Make sure that residents are well nourished. E
07/20/2005 Keep complete, dated lab records in the resident's file. D
01/26/2006 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. E
01/26/2006 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
06/12/2006 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. D
06/12/2006 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. D
07/26/2006 Provide a final summary of the resident's health status and a summary of the resident's stay, when the resident is ready to leave the nursing home. D
07/26/2006 Develop a plan with the resident and family for the resident's care after leaving the nursing home. D
07/26/2006 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. D
09/28/2006 Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. E
03/12/2007 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. D
06/26/2007 Listen to the resident or family groups or act on their complaints or suggestions. E
06/26/2007 Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. D
06/26/2007 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
06/26/2007 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. J
06/26/2007 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene.