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96/100PIONEER CARE CENTER Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (FERGUS FALLS, Minnesota)
1131 SOUTH MABELLE AVENUE, FERGUS FALLS, Minnesota 56537
Phone: 2189981500
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
105
Avg Residents/Day
90.9
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Otter Tail
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health4/5
Staffing5/5
Quality3/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Minnesota Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 1.13 | 1.08 | +0.04 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 4.59 | 4.27 | +0.32 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 5/5 | 4.2/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 26.3% | 42.1% | - |
Health Citation History
15 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-06 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-06 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-06 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-06 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-06 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-06 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-06 | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Post nurse staffing information every day. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2025-05-27 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-05-27 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-05-27 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-05-16 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-24 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-24 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-24 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-01-09 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
9 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-03 | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-03 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-03 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-03 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-03 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-03 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-03 | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-06 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-24 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
0
Total Penalties
No penalty records found.
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