Cycle 1
Health 2025-09-10 · Fire 2025-09-10
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nursing and Physician Services (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Miscellaneous (1 deficiency)
Fertile, MN
Fair Meadow Nursing Home
3-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 8 recent health deficiencies with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
300 Garfield Avenue Southeast, Fertile, MN
(218) 945-6194
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
1 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
42
Certified beds
Average residents
39
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1991-02-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.52
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.03
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
3.79
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
4.24
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
40%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
49%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.3% |
97.3%
2 pts better
|
93.4%
5.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
96.1%
3.9 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 | 6.8% |
3.9%
2.9 pts worse
|
3.3%
3.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 9.6% |
4.3%
5.3 pts worse
|
11.4%
1.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.4% |
4.1%
1.7 pts better
|
5.4%
3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 16.5% |
12.4%
4.1 pts worse
|
19.6%
3.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 22.8% |
17.5%
5.3 pts worse
|
16.7%
6.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 2.1% |
0.1%
2 pts worse
|
0.1%
2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 23.0% |
22.5%
0.5 pts worse
|
16.3%
6.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 25.0% |
18.6%
6.4 pts worse
|
14.9%
10.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 4.9% |
2.3%
2.6 pts worse
|
1.0%
3.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 5.5% |
2.6%
2.9 pts worse
|
1.7%
3.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 31.0% |
24.8%
6.2 pts worse
|
19.8%
11.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.3% |
5.4%
2.1 pts better
|
5.1%
1.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 87.3% |
88.6%
1.3 pts worse
|
81.7%
5.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 11.1% |
1.9%
9.2 pts worse
|
1.6%
9.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-08-27 · Fire 2024-08-27
5 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-06-14 · Fire 2023-06-14
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-10
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-11-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-10
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2025-11-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
K346 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Corrected 2024-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-10-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
K354 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Corrected 2024-10-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
K912 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Corrected 2024-10-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-08-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-08-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-08-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2023-08-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-08-16
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
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 2023-08-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
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 2023-08-16
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-10
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2025-10-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-10
F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected 2025-10-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-10
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-10-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-10
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
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 2025-10-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-10
F712 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected 2025-11-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-10
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2025-10-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-10
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-10-31
B · Minimal harm
2025-09-10
F711 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected 2025-11-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-21
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2024-10-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2024-10-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected 2024-10-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-10-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-27
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-10-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-14
F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected 2023-07-05
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Village Of Fertile
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Bosman, Amanda
Corporate Director · Individual
Kiefert, Mary
Corporate Director · Individual
Larson, Sandra
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Liden, Lisa
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Massmann, Matthew
Corporate Director · Individual
Todahl, Eileen
Corporate Director · Individual
White, Cheryl
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Wilkens, Daniel
Corporate Director · Individual
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