9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
14 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Norton, KS
1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $30,947 in total fines with 9 recent health deficiencies with 14 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
201 W Crane Street, Norton, KS
(785) 877-2601
Overall
1 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
1 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
50
Certified beds
Average residents
34
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
2008-09-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.56
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.94
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.65
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.77
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
0%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
0%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.1 |
1.8
0.7 pts better
|
1.9
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.3 |
2.2
0.9 pts better
|
1.8
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
91.8%
8.2 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.7% |
4.4%
0.3 pts worse
|
3.3%
1.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 4.9% |
5.6%
0.7 pts better
|
11.4%
6.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 8.9% |
5.0%
3.9 pts worse
|
5.4%
3.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 32.0% |
23.2%
8.8 pts worse
|
19.6%
12.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 23.1% |
19.8%
3.3 pts worse
|
16.7%
6.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.0%
About the same
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 6.0% |
18.4%
12.4 pts better
|
16.3%
10.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 13.7% |
18.8%
5.1 pts better
|
14.9%
1.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 6.2% |
1.8%
4.4 pts worse
|
1.0%
5.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 4.7% |
3.1%
1.6 pts worse
|
1.7%
3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 19.0% |
23.2%
4.2 pts better
|
19.8%
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 7.7% |
4.6%
3.1 pts worse
|
5.1%
2.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 82.8% |
75.6%
7.2 pts better
|
81.7%
1.1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
14 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
13 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-08-14
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-08-21
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2024-08-20
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-11-21
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2021-09-13
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2021-09-13
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2021-09-13
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2021-09-13
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2021-09-13
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2021-09-13
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2021-09-13
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2021-09-13
Inspection history
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-07-13
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-07-13
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-07-13
Health
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.
Corrected 2024-07-13
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-07-13
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-07-13
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2024-07-13
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-07-13
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-07-13
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2022-10-05
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2022-10-05
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2022-10-05
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2021-07-16
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-07-16
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2021-07-16
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2021-07-16
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2021-07-16
Health
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.
Corrected 2021-07-16
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $30,947
Fine
Payment Denial · denial start 2024-07-09 · 4 days
4 day denial
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
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