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Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation

Nursing HomePueblo, COCMS 065169
38 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
4 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
120

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
84.4

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
38

*CMS

Inspections on file
6

*CMS

Last inspection
2024-07-18

*CMS

Citations

38 citations on record

Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0760Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0804Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0921Generalpotential for harm

    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

  • 0554Generalpotential for harm

    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

  • 0558Generalpotential for harm

    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

  • 0600Generalpotential for harm

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

  • 0676Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

  • 0679Generalpotential for harm

    Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

  • 0686Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

  • 0759Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

  • 0550Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  • 0291Generalpotential for harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

  • 0324Generalpotential for harm

    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0521Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0364Generalpotential for harm

    Install properly constructed windows in hallway walls or doors.

  • 0584Generalpotential for harm

    Honor 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.

  • 0684Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0812Generalpotential for harm

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0883Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

  • 0886Generalpotential for harm

    Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

  • 0521Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  • 0918Generalpotential for harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  • 0742Generalpotential for harm

    Provide 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.

  • 0758Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0363Generalpotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0222Generalpotential for harm

    Add 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.

  • 0223Generalpotential for harm

    Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

  • 0345Generalpotential for harm

    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  • 0561Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

  • 0695Generalpotential for harm

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Pueblo, CO, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 065169.
What is the CMS rating for Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation have?
Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation is certified for 120 beds. It serves an average of 84.4 residents per day.
How many citations does Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation have?
Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation has 38 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation last inspected?
Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation was last inspected on July 18, 2024. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.

*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

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