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ROCK CREEK REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (MONTE VISTA, Colorado)

2277 EAST DR, MONTE VISTA, Colorado 81144

Phone: 7198525138

CMS Overall:1/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
60
Avg Residents/Day
37
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Rio Grande
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
Yes

CMS Star Ratings

Overall1/5
Health2/5
Staffing1/5
Quality3/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityColorado AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.670.81-0.14
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day2.883.69-0.82
CMS Staffing Rating1/53.1/5-
Nursing Staff TurnoverN/A47%-

Health Citation History

31 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-05-20Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.G – Actual Harm
2026-05-20Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Resident Rights DeficienciesProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-11Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G – Actual Harm
2025-12-11Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-11Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G – Actual Harm
2024-02-08Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesHave 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
2024-02-08Infection Control DeficienciesDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesPlan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesObserve each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Resident Rights DeficienciesThe resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2019-10-10Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Infection Control DeficienciesImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Environmental DeficienciesMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Resident Rights DeficienciesGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

24 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-05-20Egress DeficienciesAdd doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-20Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Egress DeficienciesInstall emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-08Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures for medical documentation.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesList the names and contact information of those in the facility.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesProvide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Egress DeficienciesHave exits that are accessible at all times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-10-10Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$65,443
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
3
Number of Fines
3
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2026-05-20Fine$28,340-
2025-12-10Fine$9,110-
2024-02-08Fine$27,993-

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