Total health inspections
3
Utah average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Sandstone Canyon Rim
Nursing Home in Salt Lake City
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Sandstone Canyon Rim
Nursing Home in Salt Lake City
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Sandstone Canyon Rim accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Sandstone Canyon Rim is the epitome of high-standard living for seniors. From short-term rehabilitation and physical therapy to skilled nursing care, the facility is equipped to cater to a diverse range of needs. Whether orthopedic rehabilitation to aid in joint surgery recovery, comprehensive rehabilitation to promote independence, ventilator care for respiratory needs, or behavioral health services for emotional well-being, Sandstone Canyon Rim leaves no stone unturned in providing top-notch care.
The facility prides itself on its team of skilled nursing professionals available 24/7 to provide expert care, including post-operative recovery, wound care, and chronic disease management. With a dedicated respiratory therapy staff available around the clock and expertise in IV therapy, seniors can trust that their health needs are handled with utmost attention. Pain management is also a top priority at Sandstone Canyon Rim, ensuring seniors can find comfort and relief in their golden years.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 14th out of 55 homes in Utah.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 14th out of 55 homes in Utah.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 55m per day
Rank #14 / 55Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 55 homes in Utah.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Utah average, with a ranking across 55 Utah SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs Utah avg
+5%
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 2h 56m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
45.6%
Rank #44 / 53Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 53 homes in Utah.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Utah average, with its statewide rank out of 53. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
110 days
Occupancy rate
45.6%
Rank #44 / 53Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 53 homes in Utah.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Utah average, with its statewide rank out of 53. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
110 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
17 days
Private pay
23% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 months
Medicaid
63% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.3M
Profit
$982.6K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.3M Rank #36 / 53Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 36th out of 53 homes in Utah.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Utah SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Profit
$982.6K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #45 / 53Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 53 homes in Utah.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Utah average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$1.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #45 / 53Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 53 homes in Utah.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Utah average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$6.3M
Walk Score: 64 / 100 Rank #8 / 25Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 25 homes in Utah.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Utah SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
25
Rank #32 / 54Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 54 homes in Utah.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Utah state average, with a ranking across all 54 UT SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
Utah average 27.7
Citations per inspection
8.33
Rank #37 / 54Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 54 homes in Utah.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Utah mean across 54 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.
Utah average 7.62
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
23 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
2
186% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
3
3
20% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 2.5
2 critical citations
3 serious citations
20 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect critical citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Dec 16, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Dec 16, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect critical citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Dec 16, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Dec 16, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 17, 2022
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 17, 2022
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Aug 17, 2022
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Aug 17, 2022
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Financial Assistance for
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Sandstone Canyon Rim is located in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
92
Employees
57
Contractors
35
Staff to resident ratio
2.30:1
9% better than Utah averageUtah average ratio: 2.12:1
Avg staff/day
30
Average shift
7.8 hours
0% compared with Utah averageUtah average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
21,296
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
17
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
4
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
33
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
23.7%
5,047 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Aide: 8
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7
Speech Language Pathologist: 6
Certified Nursing Assistant: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Licensed Practical Nurse: 1
Registered Nurse: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 5 | 33 | 10,874 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 1 | 17 | 4,843 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,358 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 3 | 1 | 4 | 877 | 68 | 75% | 9.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 813 | 90 | 99% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 8 | 8 | 556 | 76 | 84% | 4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 462 | 60 | 66% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 314 | 65 | 71% | 4.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 119 | 56 | 62% | 2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 58 | 41 | 45% | 1.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 40 | 38 | 42% | 1 |
33 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
17 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
70%
4 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
75%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
99%
8 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
84%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
66%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
71%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
62%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
45%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
42%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
40
Medicare
1
2.5% of residents
Medicaid
38
95% of residents
Private pay or other
1
2.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.8
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.8
16% better than Utah averageUtah average: 9.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.8
26% better than Utah averageUtah average: 20.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.7%
13% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 15.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.6%
50% better than Utah averageUtah average: 21.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
16.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
16.1%
30% better than Utah averageUtah average: 23.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.1%
21% better than Utah averageUtah average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.0%
6% better than Utah averageUtah average: 4.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
67% better than Utah averageUtah average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.0%
22% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 4.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.6%
66% better than Utah averageUtah average: 16.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.3%
53% better than Utah averageUtah average: 13.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
In line with Utah averageUtah average: 97.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.3%
In line with Utah averageUtah average: 98.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.3%
6% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 92.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
28% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 1.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.6%
7% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 91.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
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)
Total fines amount
$7K
87% lower than Utah averageUtah average: $53K
Number of fines
1
48% fewer fines than Utah averageUtah average: 1.9
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Utah averageUtah average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$7K
Utah average
$53K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Dec 16, 2024 · $7K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 16, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 16, 2024
$7K
Last updated: Jan 2026
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| Sandstone Canyon Rim |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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| Holladay Healthcare Center |
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Salt Lake City | 120 | 80.0% | +14% | 3.48 | -50% | -6% | 0 | 25 | 8.3 | 0 | 81 | A+ | - | Olympus Health, Inc. | $11.9M | $5.8M | 48.9% | 465109 | ||||
| First Step House – Stratford Apartments (RS) | - |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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| Friends of Switchpoint, Inc DBA Switchpoint Canyon Rim | - |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Sandstone Canyon Rim based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
45.6%
↑ 2.2pp vs 2023
Net Income
$982.6K
↑ ~$2.0M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$3.0M
↓ ~$268.7K vs 2023
Profit Margin
13.6%
↑ 28.6pp vs 2023
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