First Care Living Center
900 Hilligoss Boulevard Southeast · Fosston, MN · 56542 · 2184351133
50 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Essentia Health Hospital-based
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.48 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.11 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 42% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $14,433 |
Inspection citations (14 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 30, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected August 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 30, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 30, 2025
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected August 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 30, 2025
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 August 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 30, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 30, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 30, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected June 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 30, 2024 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 20, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 15, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E August 17, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected September 20, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 26, 2024 | Fine | $14,433 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245512 · certified since January 1, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.