Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls
590 S Pleasant View Rd · Post Falls, ID · 83854 · 2084153430
64 certified beds Government - State
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
72% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.23 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.53 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.61 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 72% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $36,855 |
Inspection citations (19 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G November 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected December 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 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 September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 1, 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 September 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 1, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F August 1, 2025
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected September 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected September 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 16, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected September 19, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 19, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| November 11, 2025 | Fine | $17,342 |
| August 1, 2025 | Fine | $19,513 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 135148 · certified since March 21, 2023. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.