Bruce Mccandless Co State Veterans Nursing Home has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 23/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Colorado. Families considering this Florence facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Bruce Mccandless Co State Veterans Nursing Home, with 2.40 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent CMS inspections identified 20 deficiencies at Bruce Mccandless Co State Veterans Nursing Home, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 2.40 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.86 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.04 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.51 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.04 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.58 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity KProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Jan 28, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0761 Severity EEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologiJan 28, 2026 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0679 Severity DProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.Jan 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Jan 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Jan 28, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 3.6% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 5.5% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 22.8% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.8% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 28.2% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 5.8% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 24.9% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 23 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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