Walbridge Memorial Convalescent Wing

Nursing Home · Meeker, CO

CMS overall rating 3/5 Government - Hospital district

CMS certification number065264

Contact & location

100 Pioneers Medical Center DR
Meeker, CO 81641
Rio Blanco County
Phone
(970) 878-5047
ZIP code
81641 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
30
Residents per day
28.2 (94% occupied)
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Legal name
Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District
Medicare certified since
December 1, 1989
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.1
Health inspections★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.7
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.1
Quality measures★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 4.1
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
4.79 (state 3.72 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.50 (state 0.82 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
1.36 (state 0.68 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.93 (state 2.22 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
4.44 (state 3.30 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
—
RN turnover
—

Inspections

Last standard inspection
December 11, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
9.0 (state 8.6 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
24 health · 16 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-12-11 Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
F0803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-01-06
2025-12-11 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-02-10
2025-12-11 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-15
2025-12-11 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-15
2025-12-11 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-01-05
2025-12-11 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.
F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-01-05
2025-12-11 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-01-05
2025-12-11 Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
F0740 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-01-05
2025-12-11 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-15
2023-12-14 Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
F0740 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2024-01-12
2023-12-14 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-12
2023-12-14 Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
F0680 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-12
2023-12-14 Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
F0803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-12
2023-12-14 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-12
2023-12-14 Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-12
2023-12-14 Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-12
2023-12-14 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.
F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-12
2023-12-14 Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-12
2022-08-25 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2022-09-23
2022-08-25 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2022-09-23
2022-08-25 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2022-09-23
2022-08-25 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-09-23
2022-08-25 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-09-23
2022-08-25 Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-09-23

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years, including $29,981 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2023-12-14Fine$29,981

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Borchard, Janelle (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Jens, Taylor (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Borchard, Janelle (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Hannah, Steven (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Jens, Taylor (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Rholl, Cindy (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Walbridge Memorial Convalescent Wing?

Walbridge Memorial Convalescent Wing has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Colorado.

How many beds does Walbridge Memorial Convalescent Wing have?

It has 30 certified beds and cares for about 28 residents per day.

Has Walbridge Memorial Convalescent Wing been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $29,981 in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Walbridge Memorial Convalescent Wing?

(970) 878-5047. The facility is located at 100 Pioneers Medical Center DR, Meeker, CO 81641.

Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.