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94/100GUNNISON VALLEY HEALTH SENIOR CARE CENTER Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (GUNNISON, Colorado)
1500 W TOMICHI AVE, GUNNISON, Colorado 81230
Phone: 9706410704
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
50
Avg Residents/Day
34.6
Ownership
Government - City/county
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Gunnison
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health5/5
Staffing4/5
Quality2/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Colorado Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 1.22 | 0.81 | +0.41 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 3.93 | 3.69 | +0.24 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 4/5 | 3.1/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 56.8% | 47% | - |
Health Citation History
8 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-29 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-01-29 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-24 | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-02 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G – Actual Harm |
| 2020-03-12 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G – Actual Harm |
| 2020-03-12 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2020-03-12 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement 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. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2020-03-12 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
7 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-29 | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-24 | Egress Deficiencies | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-24 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-24 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-24 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-24 | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-24 | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$14,866
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
3
Number of Fines
3
Total Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine Amount | Payment Denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-02 | Fine | $8,018 | - |
| 2023-12-11 | Fine | $4,363 | - |
| 2023-10-23 | Fine | $2,485 | - |
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