BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Beth Israel at Shalom Park in Aurora, Colorado, has an impressive Trust Grade of A+, indicating it is an elite facility with top-tier services. It ranks #7 out of 208 facilities in Colorado, placing it well within the top tier, and #2 out of 20 in Arapahoe County, meaning there is only one better local option. The facility is improving, having reduced issues from 2 in 2022 to none in 2023. Staffing is a strong point, with a 4/5 star rating and an 8% turnover rate, significantly lower than the state average of 49%, which helps ensure continuity of care. However, there are concerns to consider, as the facility has had some deficiencies, including improper food storage practices that could affect resident safety and a medication error rate that slightly exceeded the acceptable level. Although there are no fines recorded, which is positive, families should be aware of these recent incidents to make an informed decision. Overall, while the strengths of the facility are notable, potential weaknesses should also be taken into account.
- Trust Score
- A+
- In Colorado
- #7/208
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 8% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 40 points below Colorado's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Colorado facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 47 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Colorado. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (8%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (8%)
40 points below Colorado average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Colorado's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Jul 2022
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to maintain a medication error rate of 5% or less. There were two errors out of 31 opportunities for e...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observations, interviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to store food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. Observations in the kitchen/dry stor...
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Apr 2021
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure residents who needed respiratory care were pr...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, interviews and record review, the facility failed to ensure drugs and biologicals were labeled and stored in accordance with accepted professional standards in one of three medi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interviews the facility failed to ensure food safety and sanitation of personal resident...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A+ (95/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Colorado.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Colorado facilities.
- • Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Beth Israel At Shalom Park's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Colorado, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Beth Israel At Shalom Park Staffed?
CMS rates BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 8%, compared to the Colorado average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Beth Israel At Shalom Park?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK during 2021 to 2022. These included: 5 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Beth Israel At Shalom Park?
BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 135 certified beds and approximately 141 residents (about 104% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in AURORA, Colorado.
How Does Beth Israel At Shalom Park Compare to Other Colorado Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Colorado, BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (8%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Beth Israel At Shalom Park?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Beth Israel At Shalom Park Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Colorado. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Beth Israel At Shalom Park Stick Around?
Staff at BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 8%, the facility is 38 percentage points below the Colorado average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 17%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.
Was Beth Israel At Shalom Park Ever Fined?
BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Beth Israel At Shalom Park on Any Federal Watch List?
BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.