VETERANS COMMUNITY LIVING CENTER AT FITZSIMONS
1919 QUENTIN ST, AURORA, CO 80045 · CCN 065380
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Health inspection
- ★★★☆☆ 3
- Quality measures
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Staffing
- ★★★★★ 5
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Individual
- Certified beds
- 180
- Avg residents/day
- 131.3
- Phone
- 7208576400
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 | 2024-11-21 | 8 | 8.7 | 9.5 | -0.7 better |
| 2 | 2023-06-28 | 7 | 8.7 | 9.8 | -1.7 better |
| 3 | 2020-01-20 | 3 | 7.5 | 9.3 | -4.5 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 1 |
| Quality of life and care | 3 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 1 |
| Resident rights | 1 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 1 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 4.54 | 36.4% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 1.04 | 9.1% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 5.44 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $79,467
- Number of fines
- 2
- Number of penalties
- 2
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (18)1 immediate jeopardy
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2024-11-21 · Health · corrected 2025-01-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2024-11-21 · Health · corrected 2025-01-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2024-11-21 · Health · corrected 2025-01-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-11-21 · Health · corrected 2025-01-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0688Provide 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.2024-11-21 · Health · corrected 2025-01-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0790Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.2024-11-21 · Health · corrected 2025-01-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.2024-11-21 · Health · corrected 2025-01-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-11-21 · Health · corrected 2025-01-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0688Provide 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.2023-06-28 · Health · corrected 2023-08-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- JF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2023-06-28 · Health · corrected 2023-08-01
Immediate jeopardy
- EF0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.2023-06-28 · Health · corrected 2023-08-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.2023-06-28 · Health · corrected 2023-08-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.2023-06-28 · Health · corrected 2023-08-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0807Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.2023-06-28 · Health · corrected 2023-08-01
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.2023-06-28 · Health · corrected 2023-08-01
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.2020-01-20 · Health · corrected 2020-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.2020-01-20 · Health · corrected 2020-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.2020-01-20 · Health · corrected 2020-03-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSU, CARRIE | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2025-01-01 |
| SIMMONS, RANELL | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2025-01-01 |
Other facilities in AURORA
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| SPRINGS AT ST ANDREWS VILLAGE, THE | ★★★★★ | 58 |
| ADVANCED HEALTH CARE OF AURORA | ★★★★★ | 54 |
| GARDEN TERRACE ALZHEIMER'S CENTER OF EXCELLENCE | ★★★★★ | 120 |
| BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK | ★★★★★ | 135 |
| HIGHLAND PARK REHABILITATION & CARE CENTER | ★★★★☆ | 110 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.