Sandstone Health Care Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 44/100. The facility ranks in the 30th percentile among Minnesota nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels at Sandstone Health Care Center exceed national averages, with 4.63 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.93 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent CMS inspections identified 24 deficiencies at Sandstone Health Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.63 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.93 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.69 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.02 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.96 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.37 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Dec 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0576 Severity FEnsure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.Feb 12, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Feb 12, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0570 Severity EAssure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.Feb 12, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0761 Severity EEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologiFeb 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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 | 7.6% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.5% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 28.9% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 15.8% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 23.5% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 5.7% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 12.9% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 44 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: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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