Linn, KS

Linn Community Nursing Home

2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $10,036 in total fines with 11 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

612 Third St, Linn, KS

(785) 348-5551

Compare this facility

Overall

2 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

3 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 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

2007-06-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.73

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.61

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

1.99

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.02

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

33%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

46%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.7
1.8
0.1 pts better
1.9
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 3.3
2.2
1.1 pts worse
1.8
1.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.6%
91.8%
6.8 pts better
93.4%
5.2 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 2.1%
4.4%
2.3 pts better
3.3%
1.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.6%
5.6%
1 pts better
11.4%
6.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.7%
5.0%
0.7 pts worse
5.4%
0.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 14.1%
23.2%
9.1 pts better
19.6%
5.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 8.0%
19.8%
11.8 pts better
16.7%
8.7 pts better
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 28.7%
18.4%
10.3 pts worse
16.3%
12.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 20.7%
18.8%
1.9 pts worse
14.9%
5.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
1.8%
1.8 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.1%
3.1%
1 pts better
1.7%
0.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 32.6%
23.2%
9.4 pts worse
19.8%
12.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 3.3%
4.6%
1.3 pts better
5.1%
1.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 61.3%
75.6%
14.3 pts worse
81.7%
20.4 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2024-06-05 · Fire 2024-06-05

11 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-01-30 · Fire 2023-01-30

5 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)

16 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (7 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2021-08-10 · Fire 2021-08-10

8 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (2 deficiencies)

21 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

E31 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

Corrected 2024-07-26

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2024-07-26

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2024-07-26

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2024-07-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-07-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2024-08-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-07-26

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

E18 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

E32 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

E35 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

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 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2023-04-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2023-04-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-04-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-04-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

E25 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

E9 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

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 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K354 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2021-10-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2021-10-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2021-10-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

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 2021-10-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2021-10-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2021-10-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2021-10-15

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-02

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2025-07-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-02

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2025-07-30

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-06-05

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 2024-07-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2024-07-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-07-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2024-07-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2024-07-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Corrected 2024-07-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Corrected 2024-07-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

F661 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Corrected 2024-07-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-05

F699 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Corrected 2024-07-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2023-03-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-03-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

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 2023-03-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2023-03-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-30

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2023-03-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2021-09-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

F838 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Corrected 2021-09-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2021-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2021-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

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 2021-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2021-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-10

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2021-09-10

C · Minimal harm 2021-08-10

F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected 2021-09-10

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$10,036 2024-06-05

Fine

Fine · fine $10,036

Fine

Ownership

Dieckmann, Jackie

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2007-04-23
Hatesohl, Paulette

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-05-01
Hoch-Altwegg, Amy

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2020-02-08
Schmale, Karen

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2008-04-28
Voelker, Gerald

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2007-09-01
Voelker, Lisa

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2014-04-24

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