nursing home in Akron, CO
Washington County Nursing Home
599 W Greenhouse Dr, Akron, CO 80720 · (970) 345-2211
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Washington County Nursing Home at a glance
Washington County Nursing Home is a 40-bed government nursing home in Akron, Colorado (Washington County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Colorado average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 25, 2024) found 6 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $24,668.
Nursing staff turnover is 42.6% per year (state average 47.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Washington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065309
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.31 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.82 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.09 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.6% | 47.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 44.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 27 | 74 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $24,668 | $22,802 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 40 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 39 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.3% | 80.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.4% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.1% | 20% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 24.3% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.1% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.3% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 8.8% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 12.2% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.6% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.7% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 93.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 54.5% | 76.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 10, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2026 |
| February 10, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2026 |
| September 25, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 7, 2024 |
| September 25, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 14, 2024 |
| September 25, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| September 25, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| September 25, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 23, 2024 |
| September 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| May 17, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2023 |
| May 17, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2023 |
| May 17, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 17, 2023 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| November 21, 2019 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 19, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 19, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 24, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 24, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0606 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0659 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2019 |
| November 21, 2019 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $24,668 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 25, 2024 | Fine | $24,668 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON COUNTY COLORADO Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2010 |
| SCHUETZ, LIBBIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2022 |
| FOY, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/10/2005 |
| HART, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2011 |
| LAYBOURN, LEA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/13/2009 |
| SCHUETZ, LIBBIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2022 |
| WASHINGTON COUNTY COLORADO Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2010 |
| WASHINGTON COUNTY NURSING HOME Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2010 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Washington County Nursing Home's rating?
Washington County Nursing Home has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Colorado nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Washington County Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Washington County Nursing Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Washington County Nursing Home?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Washington County Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Washington County Nursing Home is at 599 W Greenhouse Dr, Akron, CO 80720. Phone: (970) 345-2211.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.