Cura of Sandstone
109 Court Avenue South · Sandstone, MN · 55072 · 3202453150
50 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Cura
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.60 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.90 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $26,685 |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2026
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2026
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 May 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 8, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2026
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 8, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2026
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J December 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Corrected March 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F February 13, 2025
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected March 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
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 March 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025
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 March 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F February 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 25, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected March 25, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E January 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 12, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected December 13, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 13, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 13, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected December 13, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 13, 2023 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2025 | Fine | $26,685 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245454 · certified since April 1, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.