Cycle 1
Health 2025-12-18 · Fire 2025-12-18
7 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (2 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Spring Valley, MN
Spring Valley Care Center
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 7 recent health deficiencies with 8 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN
(507) 346-7381
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
45
Certified beds
Average residents
43
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1987-03-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.82
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.39
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.58
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.27
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
88%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
79%
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 | 90.3% |
97.3%
7 pts worse
|
93.4%
3.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.3% |
96.1%
1.2 pts better
|
95.5%
1.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 6.2% |
3.9%
2.3 pts worse
|
3.3%
2.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 2.2% |
4.3%
2.1 pts better
|
11.4%
9.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.8% |
4.1%
0.3 pts better
|
5.4%
1.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 11.9% |
12.4%
0.5 pts better
|
19.6%
7.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 4.1% |
17.5%
13.4 pts better
|
16.7%
12.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 33.1% |
22.5%
10.6 pts worse
|
16.3%
16.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 32.7% |
18.6%
14.1 pts worse
|
14.9%
17.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 2.1% |
2.3%
0.2 pts better
|
1.0%
1.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 2.1% |
2.6%
0.5 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 | 32.1% |
24.8%
7.3 pts worse
|
19.8%
12.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.6% |
5.4%
0.8 pts better
|
5.1%
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 81.5% |
88.6%
7.1 pts worse
|
81.7%
0.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 7.2% |
14.0%
6.8 pts better
|
12.0%
4.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.3% |
1.9%
0.6 pts better
|
1.6%
0.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 50.0% |
82.7%
32.7 pts worse
|
79.7%
29.7 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 21.6% |
23.1%
1.5 pts better
|
23.9%
2.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-11-21 · Fire 2024-11-21
13 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-10-19 · Fire 2023-10-19
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (1 deficiency)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2026-01-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2026-01-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2026-01-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2026-01-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2026-02-09
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2026-01-09
C · Minimal harm
2025-12-18
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2026-01-09
C · Minimal harm
2025-12-18
K346 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Corrected 2026-01-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-12-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
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 2024-12-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-11-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-12-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2023-12-18
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-12-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2023-11-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-11-10
Inspection history
Recent health citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
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 2026-01-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2026-01-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
F605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected 2026-01-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
F710 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Corrected 2026-01-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2026-01-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-18
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 2026-01-09
C · Minimal harm
2025-12-18
F577 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected 2026-01-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F851 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
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 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F699 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
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 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-12-12
C · Minimal harm
2024-11-21
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2024-12-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-11-15
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Mensink, Tracie
Corporate Director · Individual
Ponton, Lilia
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Ruesink, Luann
Corporate Director · Individual
Sellers, Heather
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Sellers, Heather
Corporate Officer · Individual
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