Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Primarily long-term care, limited rehab
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

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Sister company to Citadel Post Acute, Desert Blossom is also the premier short-term and long-term rehabilitation center in the city. The nursing home offers a definite solution to all your needs, ensuring that comfort and relaxation are being prioritized– with the staff ready and dedicated to supporting all your needs throughout. Desert Blossom is a community where residents are sure to thrive.
Desert Blossom nursing and rehab experience is centered on skilled nursing, wellness, and therapy. Residents can feel confident knowing that is filled with a caliber of service that is safe, comfortable, and therapeutic. Seniors are encouraged to maintain a lifestyle of independence and individuality by staying active and engaged with social, recreational, and stimulating activities.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
9% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
74% of new residents, often for short stays.
18% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation is legally operated by Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center, and administrated by DAVID BUSH.
In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.
18 complaint inspections
Arizona average: 6 complaint visits
Arizona average: 5 inspections
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Arizona average: 6 complaints
Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Arizona average: 12 violations
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Most inspections found no deficiencies, including the most recent report dated June 5, 2025, which was clean. Earlier reports identified several deficiencies primarily related to maintaining safe room temperatures, medication administration, nutrition and hydration, medical record documentation, and equipment maintenance. Several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, while others noted minor or isolated issues in these same areas. There were no fines, enforcement actions, or severe harm-level findings listed in the available reports. The trend suggests improvement over time, with recent inspections showing no deficiencies after earlier citations.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
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7.2 miles from city center — 1.05 miles to nearest hospital (Banner Baywood Medical Center | Mesa, AZ | Baywood Ave.)
60 S 58th St, Mesa, AZ 85206
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 10.6 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 31 | 9.4 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 9 | No |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 0 | 47 | 14,309 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 31 | 0 | 31 | 6,718 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,002 | 91 | 100% | 10.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,340 | 84 | 92% | 8.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,701 | 74 | 81% | 8.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,362 | 65 | 71% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 900 | 68 | 75% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 722 | 66 | 73% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 653 | 75 | 82% | 6.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 604 | 80 | 88% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 585 | 65 | 71% | 9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 547 | 60 | 66% | 9.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 471 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 456 | 60 | 66% | 7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 277 | 35 | 38% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 120 | 13 | 14% | 9.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 2% | 3.9 |
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
3 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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