Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center
1500 W Tomichi Ave · Gunnison, CO · 81230 · 9706410704
50 certified beds Government - City/county
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.38 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.16 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.98 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $14,866 |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 23, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected February 23, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E April 24, 2024
Have 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.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Actual harm · G April 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G March 12, 2020
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 22, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2020
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.
Corrected May 22, 2020 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 12, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 22, 2020 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2020
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected May 22, 2020 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 2, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $4,363 |
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $2,485 |
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065144 · certified since April 9, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.