Mt St Francis Nursing Center

Mt St Francis Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Mt St Francis Nursing… is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Mt St Francis Nursing Center

7550 Assisi Heights, Colorado Springs, CO 80919 View Map

Mt St Francis Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Mt St Francis Nursing… is a Nursing Home in Colorado

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Overview of Mt St Francis Nursing Center

Ensconced on the scenic foothills of Colorado Springs, MT St. Francis Nursing Center is more than just a run-of-the-mill care facility. As a non-profit, sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Saint Francis of Colorado Springs, they serve people of all beliefs with dedication and excellence. The five-star Medicare rating is a testament to their quality of care, including rehabilitation, long-term care, end-of-life care, and round-the-clock admission. They go above and beyond basic medical care, offering a range of therapies, medication management, registered dietitian services, laundry and housekeeping, chaplain services, and a choice of menus.
The home understands that health and wellness goes beyond physical care. Their fitness classes, punctuated by golf cart rides and excursions, are conducted to encourage an active lifestyle and good mental health. They also offer spiritual services to those seeking emotional and spiritual support. At MT St. Francis Nursing Center, they pride themselves on creating a warm, welcoming haven where residents can live their best lives.

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.69/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 110

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in Colorado
Occupancy rate 95.1%
Residents per day (avg) 93
Occupancy rate
95.1%
Residents per day (avg)
93

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

6% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

65% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Medicaid

29% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 - 6 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$15.2M
Surplus of revenue
$2.0M
Voluntary non-profit home Other
Home revenue
$15,199,495.00
Surplus of revenue
$1,962,517.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.0M
33.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.2M
Total costs $13.2M
Bed community size
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 3 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Status
Active

Ownership & operating entity

Mt St Francis Nursing Center is administrated by Whiting-Wagner, Angela Lal.

Owner: CATHOLIC HEALTH INITIATIVES COLORADO
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Private pay Medicaid Medicare

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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

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SNF

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Mt St Francis Nursing Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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CENTURA HEALTH CORPORATION
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Colonial Health and Rehab Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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80
No
A+
65
-
86.8%
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$4,145,428.00
35.6%
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-

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Address 8.3 miles from city center

Address 7550 Assisi Heights, Colorado Springs, CO 80919

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

156
Total Staff
78
Employees
78
Contractors
41,669
Total Hours (Quarter)
43
Avg Staff/Day
10.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse3211.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse1412.4 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant7911.8 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
125 staff
11.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
7 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
9 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
3.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services
6 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Other Services
4 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
38.4%
of total hours from contractors
16,014 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 43 Licensed Practical Nurse: 8 Registered Nurse: 16 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant36437919,99891100%11.8
Registered Nurse1616327,83191100%11.5
Licensed Practical Nurse68144,8119099%12.4
Other Dietary Services Staff6062,61191100%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist6062,0367582%8
Dental Services Staff2029127077%8
Mental Health Service Worker2028606369%8.3
Speech Language Pathologist0225416066%7.7
Administrator2025126470%8
Nurse Practitioner1014725965%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0114726066%7.9
Occupational Therapy Aide1012923741%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0111613538%4.6
Qualified Social Worker022672022%3.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant011541516%3.6
Physical Therapy Aide0332878%4
Medical Director0111178%1.6

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 4
17% below Colorado average
Colorado average: 4.8

Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total Health citations 20
19% below Colorado average
Colorado average: 24.8

5 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 18 citations
Complaint investigations 8 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 0
100% below Colorado average
Colorado average: 0.4
Serious Health citations 0
100% below Colorado average
Colorado average: 2.1
Moderate Health citations 20

Minor Health citations 0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Mar 06, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Mar 06, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Mar 06, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Mar 06, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Part of: Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado
Resident Census by Payment Source
96 Total Residents
Medicare 3 (3.1%)
Medicaid 81 (84.4%)
Private Pay/Other 12 (12.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score 14.8
64% worse than Colorado average
Colorado average: 9.0
Functional decline score 28.5
52% worse than Colorado average
Colorado average: 18.8
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 33.4%
108% above Colorado average.

Walking Ability Worsened 23.9%
41% above Colorado average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 28.2%
21% above Colorado average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 6.5%
94% above Colorado average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 5.3%
35% above Colorado average.

Urinary Tract Infection 1.1%
24% below Colorado average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 5.9%
18% below Colorado average.

Antipsychotic Use 15.3%
19% below Colorado average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 99.7%
7% above Colorado average.

Influenza Vaccine 100.0%
6% above Colorado average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 4.8%
8% below Colorado average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 91.3%

19% better than Colorado average
Antipsychotic medication increase 6.5%

358% worse than Colorado average
Influenza Vaccine 85.2%

13% better than Colorado average

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+, Colorado resident.

~$1,215/month (individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.

~$1,004/month (individual, stricter than waivers).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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