COLORADO STATE VETERANS NURSING HOME - RIFLE
851 E 5TH ST, RIFLE, CO 81650 · CCN 065386
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Ratings
- Overall
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Health inspection
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
- Quality measures
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Staffing
- ★★★★★ 5
Facility
- Ownership type
- Government - State
- Certified beds
- 89
- Avg residents/day
- 64.3
- Phone
- 9706250842
Inspection history vs Colorado & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | Colorado avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2024-11-22 | 11 | 8.7 | 9.5 | +2.3 worse |
| 2 | 2023-05-18 | 6 | 8.7 | 9.8 | -2.7 better |
| 3 | 2022-02-14 | 4 | 7.5 | 9.3 | -3.5 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 2 |
| Quality of life and care | 4 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 1 |
| Pharmacy service | 1 |
| Environmental | 1 |
| Administration | 1 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 3.81 | 49.3% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 1.24 | 30.4% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 5.29 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $32,975
- Number of fines
- 1
- Number of penalties
- 1
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (21)2 immediate jeopardy2 actual harm
- DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2025-11-20 · Health · corrected 2025-12-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2025-11-20 · Health · corrected 2025-12-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2024-11-22 · Health · corrected 2024-12-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2024-11-22 · Health · corrected 2024-12-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- GF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2024-11-22 · Health · corrected 2024-12-20
Actual harm
- KF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-11-22 · Health · corrected 2024-12-20
Immediate jeopardy
- EF0761Ensure 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.2024-11-22 · Health · corrected 2024-12-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.2024-11-22 · Health · corrected 2024-12-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.2024-11-22 · Health · corrected 2024-12-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-11-22 · Health · corrected 2024-12-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.2024-11-22 · Health · corrected 2024-12-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.2024-06-06 · Health · corrected 2024-07-08
Potential for more than minimal harm
- JF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2024-06-06 · Health · corrected 2024-05-26
Immediate jeopardy
- DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2023-05-18 · Health · corrected 2023-06-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2023-05-18 · Health · corrected 2023-06-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.2023-05-18 · Health · corrected 2023-06-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2023-05-18 · Health · corrected 2023-07-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2022-02-14 · Health · corrected 2022-03-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- GF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2022-02-14 · Health · corrected 2022-03-15
Actual harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2022-02-14 · Health · corrected 2022-03-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2022-02-14 · Health · corrected 2022-03-16
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STATE OF COLORADO | Organization | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | 2015-01-01 |
| STATE OF COLORADO | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2015-01-01 |
| RESER, CAROLYN | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2015-01-01 |
| COPPOCK, KIM | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2006-05-03 |
| CROOK, PAUL | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2009-12-07 |
| WELLENDORF, DIANA | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2010-02-18 |
Other facilities in RIFLE
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| GRAND RIVER HEALTH CARE CENTER | ★★★★★ | 57 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.