Chinook, MT

Sweet Memorial Nursing Home

2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with abuse icon flag with 17 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

125 Airport Rd, Chinook, MT

(406) 357-2549

Compare this facility

Overall

2 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

42

Certified beds

Average residents

37

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Non-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1989-09-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.84

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.23

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.81

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.38

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

60%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

50%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.9
1.3
0.4 pts better
1.9
1 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.0
2.2
1.2 pts better
1.8
0.8 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 79.4%
94.4%
15 pts worse
93.4%
14 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 88.9%
93.7%
4.8 pts worse
95.5%
6.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 8.8%
4.2%
4.6 pts worse
3.3%
5.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.8%
4.7%
2.1 pts worse
11.4%
4.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 12.7%
5.9%
6.8 pts worse
5.4%
7.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 27.9%
17.4%
10.5 pts worse
19.6%
8.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.7%
20.6%
8.9 pts better
16.7%
5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 2.9%
0.4%
2.5 pts worse
0.1%
2.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 26.0%
19.7%
6.3 pts worse
16.3%
9.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 18.9%
19.8%
0.9 pts better
14.9%
4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 1.7%
2.6%
0.9 pts better
1.0%
0.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 8.9%
2.9%
6 pts worse
1.7%
7.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 27.9%
25.4%
2.5 pts worse
19.8%
8.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 5.2%
6.4%
1.2 pts better
5.1%
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 20.0%
78.7%
58.7 pts worse
81.7%
61.7 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2024-12-05 · Fire 2024-12-05

17 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-12-06 · Fire 2023-12-06

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2022-12-07 · Fire 2022-12-07

9 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)

11 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2024-12-24

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

K912 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

Corrected 2024-12-30

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

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 2024-12-24

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

K223 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Corrected 2024-12-24

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-12-24

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2025-01-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2024-01-26

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-12-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

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 2023-12-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-12-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-12-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2023-12-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2023-01-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

K341 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

Corrected 2022-12-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-01-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2022-12-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

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 2023-01-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2022-12-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-12-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

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 2023-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

K325 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

Corrected 2022-12-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-12-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2022-12-30

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-07

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2025-09-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-07

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 2025-09-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-07

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2025-09-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-07

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 2025-09-11

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-07

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 2025-09-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-07

F745 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Corrected 2025-08-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-12-24

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

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 2025-01-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2025-01-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F835 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected 2024-12-24

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-12-24

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2024-12-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Corrected 2024-12-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2025-01-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-01-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F687 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate foot care.

Corrected 2025-01-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

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 2024-12-24

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

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 2024-12-24

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-05

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-12-24

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-12-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected 2023-12-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

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 2024-01-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-01-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Corrected 2023-12-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2023-12-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

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 2023-12-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

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 2023-12-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

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 2023-12-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2023-12-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

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 2023-12-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-06

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2023-12-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-01-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2023-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

F583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Corrected 2023-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

F637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Corrected 2023-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2022-12-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2023-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

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 2023-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-07

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2023-01-21

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Friede, Danny

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2008-01-01
Kleinjan, Arthur

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 1984-01-01
Nesslar, Heather

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2014-07-29
Overcast, Denny

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2009-01-01
Robertson, Carley

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2013-06-01
Shackelford, Rebecca

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-12-02

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