Orono Commons faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 41/100. The facility ranks in the 22th percentile among Maine nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing at Orono Commons is near the national average, with 3.60 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent inspections identified 44 deficiencies at Orono Commons. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.60 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.40 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.15 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.05 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.17 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.93 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0684 Severity EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Jan 12, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0686 Severity DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Dec 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Dec 8, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0697 Severity GProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.May 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0725 Severity FProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.May 6, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 10.6% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 0.5% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 24.1% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 4.5% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 25.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.3% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 29.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $10,358
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 41 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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