First Care Living Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 45/100. The facility ranks in the 31th percentile among Minnesota nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels at First Care Living Center exceed national averages, with 6.12 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.66 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent CMS inspections identified 15 deficiencies at First Care Living Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 6.12 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.66 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.81 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.65 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.57 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.89 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0637 Severity DAssess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionJul 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0657 Severity DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Jul 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0676 Severity DEnsure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.Jul 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0688 Severity DProvide 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 medicJul 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0755 Severity DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Jul 29, 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 | 2.8% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 2.7% | 3.0% | Average |
| On antipsychotic medication | 18.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.6% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 16.0% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.5% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 26.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $88,726
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 45 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -8 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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