nursing home in Colorado Springs, CO
The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs
2818 Grand Vista Cir, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 · (719) 632-7000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs at a glance
The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs is a 97-bed for-profit nursing home in Colorado Springs, Colorado (El Paso County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Colorado average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.8 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 26, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $79,098.
Nursing staff turnover is 54.3% per year (state average 47.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 97
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- August 12, 2016
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- El Paso County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065417
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.80 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.97 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.15 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.00 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.3% | 47.1% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.8% | 44.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 9 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 87.3 | 74 | 80.6 | Worse |
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) | $79,098 | $22,802 | $30,972 | Worse |
| 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 | 97 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 93 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.9% | 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) | 0% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.8% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.1% | 20% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.1% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 2.3% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.4% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 10.5% | 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) | 21.2% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.3% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 68.2% | 94.7% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 93.5% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.7% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85% | 76.4% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 26, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 22, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 22, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 22, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Fire safety | 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. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 16, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 16, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 16, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2025 |
| June 26, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2025 |
| November 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 26, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 26, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Complaint | 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0574 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| July 27, 2022 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2022 |
| July 27, 2022 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2022 |
| July 27, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2022 |
| July 27, 2022 Standard | 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 August 22, 2022 |
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 $79,098 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 8, 2023 | Fine | $79,098 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUNYON, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2025 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2014 |
| SCHULTZ, KARI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2025 |
| WELLTOWER COLORADO PROPERTIES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2014 |
| JORGENSEN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2014 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2014 |
| DUNYON, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| SATO, AMI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| ENDURA HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2014 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2014 |
| PORT, BARRY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2025 |
| DUNYON, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2017 |
| SCHULTZ, KARI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2015 |
| DUNYON, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs's rating?
The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs has 3 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 The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs 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 The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs and how do I contact it?
The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs is at 2818 Grand Vista Cir, Colorado Springs, CO 80904. Phone: (719) 632-7000.
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.