Little Falls Care Center
1200 FIRST AVENUE NORTHEAST, LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345 · CCN 245399
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★★☆☆ 3
- Health inspection
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Quality measures
- ★★★☆☆ 3
- Staffing
- ★★★★★ 5
Facility
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Other
- Certified beds
- 64
- Avg residents/day
- 53.2
- Phone
- 3206322061
Inspection history vs Minnesota & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | Minnesota avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2024-04-18 | 15 | 8.1 | 9.5 | +6.9 worse |
| 2 | 2023-06-29 | 15 | 7.8 | 9.8 | +7.2 worse |
| 3 | 2022-06-30 | 12 | 7.4 | 9.3 | +4.6 worse |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 1 |
| Quality of life and care | 4 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 1 |
| Resident rights | 5 |
| Pharmacy service | 2 |
| Infection control | 2 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 3.82 | 46.0% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.80 | 33.3% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 4.56 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $0
- Number of fines
- 0
- Number of penalties
- 0
- Payment denials
- 0
Chain
- Chain
- ST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES
- Facilities in chain
- 14
- Chain avg overall
- 2.90 / 5
Inspection citations (42)1 actual harm
- GF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2025-12-31 · Health · corrected 2025-12-22
Actual harm
- DF0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.2025-08-22 · Health · corrected 2025-09-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-08-22 · Health · corrected 2025-09-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.2025-08-22 · Health · corrected 2025-09-22
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2025-08-07 · Health · corrected 2025-09-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2025-02-04 · Health · corrected 2025-02-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.2024-08-23 · Health · corrected 2024-09-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2024-07-26 · Health · corrected 2024-08-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- CF0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for minimal harm
- DF0625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0758Implement 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.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- CF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for minimal harm
- DF0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.2024-04-18 · Health · corrected 2024-05-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2024-03-06 · Health · corrected 2024-04-08
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.2024-03-06 · Health · corrected 2024-04-08
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2024-03-06 · Health · corrected 2024-04-08
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2024-03-06 · Health · corrected 2024-04-08
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-03-06 · Health · corrected 2024-04-08
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.2024-01-25 · Health · corrected 2024-03-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-01-25 · Health · corrected 2024-03-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-01-25 · Health · corrected 2024-03-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0758Implement 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.2024-01-25 · Health · corrected 2024-03-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- CF0732Post nurse staffing information every day.2023-09-14 · Health · corrected 2023-10-27
Potential for minimal harm
- DF0791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.2023-09-14 · Health · corrected 2023-10-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.2023-06-29 · Health · corrected 2023-08-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2023-06-29 · Health · corrected 2023-08-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0688Provide 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.2023-06-29 · Health · corrected 2023-08-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.2023-06-29 · Health · corrected 2023-08-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2023-06-29 · Health · corrected 2023-08-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0825Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.2023-06-29 · Health · corrected 2023-08-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.2023-06-29 · Health · corrected 2023-08-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2023-04-04 · Health · corrected 2023-05-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.2023-04-04 · Health · corrected 2023-05-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.2023-03-31 · Health · corrected 2023-05-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2022-06-30 · Health · corrected 2022-08-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2022-06-30 · Health · corrected 2022-08-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2022-06-30 · Health · corrected 2022-08-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES OF MORRIS, INC | Organization | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | 2014-01-01 |
| BIG STONE THERAPIES INC | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2015-02-03 |
| EIDE BAILLY LLP | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2023-01-03 |
| ST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES OF MORRIS, INC | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2014-01-01 |
| DRIPPS, DANIEL | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2016-01-01 |
| EHLERS, DOUGLAS | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2023-01-01 |
| GOODNOUGH, JENNIFER | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2021-01-01 |
| LAIR, MICHAEL | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2025-01-01 |
| LIENEMANN, STEVEN | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2025-01-01 |
| LUETMER, JOHN | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2021-01-01 |
| NELSON, PATRICK | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2020-01-01 |
| RAW, CAROL | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2005-08-16 |
| RENTZ, LAURA | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2024-01-01 |
| RENTZ, PAUL | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2021-01-01 |
| SCHNEIDER, TODD | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2013-07-01 |
| WIESE, LORRAINE | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2017-07-25 |
| DRIPPS, DANIEL | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2016-01-01 |
| EHLERS, DOUGLAS | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2023-01-01 |
| GOODNOUGH, JENNIFER | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2021-01-01 |
| LAIR, MICHAEL | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2025-01-01 |
| LIENEMANN, STEVEN | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2011-12-31 |
| LUETMER, JOHN | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2021-01-01 |
| NELSON, PATRICK | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2020-01-01 |
| RENTZ, LAURA | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2024-01-01 |
| RENTZ, PAUL | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2021-01-01 |
| SCHNEIDER, TODD | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2013-07-01 |
| WIESE, LORRAINE | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2017-07-25 |
| RAW, CAROL | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2005-08-16 |
Other facilities in LITTLE FALLS
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| ST OTTOS CARE CENTER | ★★★★★ | 86 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.