Pueblo, CO · 106 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Pueblo.
Est. $8,490–$11,410/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center
2515 Pitman Pl, Pueblo, CO 81004 · Pueblo County
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (134 of 151 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Pueblo
Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pueblo, CO, with 151 certified beds and an average of about 134 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.99 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.53 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $89,938 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (2.99 hrs/resident/day)
- •$89,938 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Pueblo options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 151
- Avg. residents/day
- 134
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- The Ensign Group
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 065100
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,490–$11,410/mo (median $9,660) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,600–$7,120/mo (median $5,230) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Pueblo prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 2.99
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.53
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 49.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 3 ($89,938)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (41 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-06-05Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2025-04-03Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-03 | Fine | $36,569 |
| 2024-07-12 | Fine | $30,729 |
| 2023-08-10 | Fine | $22,640 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
2515 Pitman Pl, Pueblo, CO
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center
How much does Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center cost?
Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pueblo, CO area typically runs $8,490–$11,410 per month (median $9,660, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 2.99 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center?
Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center has 41 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 89% full (134 of 151 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center in Pueblo, CO offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 151 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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