Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation
1601 Constitution Rd, Pueblo, CO 81001 · (719) 562-7200
For profit - Individual · 120 certified beds
Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation has a 2-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in July 2024, found 13 citations (the Colorado average is 8.7). It was fined 2 times in the last three years, $30,707 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on July 18, 2024 found 13 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.July 18, 2024 · F0921 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.July 18, 2024 · F0759 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.July 18, 2024 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.July 18, 2024 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.July 18, 2024 · F0550 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.July 18, 2024 · F0554 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.July 18, 2024 · F0558 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.July 18, 2024 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.July 18, 2024 · F0676 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.July 18, 2024 · F0679 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.July 18, 2024 · F0686 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.July 18, 2024 · F0760 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure 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.July 18, 2024 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 1 citation.
- Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.April 14, 2026 · F0740 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $7,425April 14, 2026
- Fine of $23,282April 14, 2026
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Colorado average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 2.88 | 3.72 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.60 | 0.82 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.45 | 0.68 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 1.82 | 2.21 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 55.6% | 47.1% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Individual |
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 90.3 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Atlas Post Acute Pueblo · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Lakeshore Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center Pueblo · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Life Care Center of Pueblo Pueblo · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- University Park Care Center Pueblo · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Pueblo · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
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