Cura of Onamia
200 North Elm Street · Onamia, MN · 56359 · 3205323154
57 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Cura
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 75 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.92 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.10 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.26 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 23, 2026
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F April 23, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 23, 2026
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.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 23, 2026
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 23, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 22, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 22, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 14, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected February 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected February 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 9, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected February 26, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D July 17, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 20, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245127 · certified since March 20, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.