Brighton Care Center
2025 E Egbert St · Brighton, CO · 80601 · 3036594580
108 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: The Ensign Group
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $61,040 |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E November 7, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 7, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected January 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G June 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected May 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected May 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 24, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 24, 2023 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G February 10, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 10, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G February 10, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 10, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2022
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 March 10, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2022
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.
Corrected March 10, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 10, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 7, 2024 | Fine | $38,812 |
| June 29, 2023 | Fine | $22,228 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065240 · certified since June 1, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.