SeniorCareRanked
Colorado/PUEBLO
52
Fair

ATLAS POST ACUTE

2611 JONES AVE, PUEBLO, CO 81004
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

ATLAS POST ACUTE is a 146-bed for profit - corporation nursing home located in PUEBLO, Colorado. It has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 52 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 57.4% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $39,368. 3 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the PACS GROUP chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score52/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating4/5 stars (↑ Better than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day2.4 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.39 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover57% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies3 (↑ Better than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 1 fine(s) totaling $39,368
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day2.4
RN hours/resident/day0.39
Staff turnover57.4%
RN turnover71.4%

Facility Information

Beds146
Avg residents67.3
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainPACS GROUP
Deficiencies (last inspection)3
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting ATLAS POST ACUTE

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

ATLAS POST ACUTE reports 2.4 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

With 57.4% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

3 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.