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Aitkin Health Services

Nursing home · 301 MINNESOTA AVENUE SOUTH, Aitkin, MN 56431 · Aitkin County

2★Medicare overall
59cited deficiencies
2harm or jeopardy level
1penalty

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Facility

Type
Nursing home · Skilled Nursing Facility/Nursing Facilit · Nonprofit Corporation
Capacity
42
State license
424820
Medicare CCN
245119
Licensed entity
AITKIN HEALTH SERVICES
Chain
ST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES
Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Phone
(218) 927-5514
Nurse staffing
4.21 hours per resident per day; 48.8% nursing staff turnover
Medicare ratings
Inspections 2★ · Staffing 5★ · Quality 1★
Official record
Minnesota Department of Health provider directory
Official record
Medicare Care Compare

Other public records for this operator

Penalties

Inspection findings

  1. Jun 4, 2026 Health · 12 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0657 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

      Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0677 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0684 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0685 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0690 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0693 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      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 Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0695 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0812 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

      Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0883 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0887 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

      Corrected Jul 24, 2026 · CMS health inspection

  2. Sep 9, 2025 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51192060C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  3. May 15, 2025 Health · 3 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0582 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

      Corrected Jun 18, 2025 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0605 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

      Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

      Corrected Jun 18, 2025 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0684 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      Corrected Jun 18, 2025 · CMS health inspection

  4. Apr 30, 2025 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0550 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      Corrected Jun 20, 2025 · CMS health inspection

  5. Mar 19, 2025 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      Corrected Apr 18, 2025 · CMS health inspection

  6. Dec 20, 2024 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51192161C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  7. Dec 12, 2024 Health · 1 finding
    • Serious Scope/severity G Complaint

      F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      Corrected Dec 30, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  8. Jul 24, 2024 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51195214C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  9. Jul 10, 2024 Health · 5 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0580 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      Corrected Aug 5, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0609 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

      Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      Corrected Aug 5, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0610 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

      Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      Corrected Aug 5, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0625 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Notify 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.

      Corrected Aug 5, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Serious Scope/severity G Complaint

      F0684 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      Corrected Aug 5, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  10. May 3, 2024 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51193466C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  11. May 2, 2024 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51192997C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  12. Apr 24, 2024 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      Corrected May 17, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  13. Mar 7, 2024 Fire Safety · 10 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0015 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

      Corrected Apr 12, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0031 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Provide emergency officials' contact information.

      Corrected Apr 12, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0039 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

      Corrected Apr 29, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0657 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

      Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      Corrected Apr 20, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0686 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      Corrected Apr 20, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0756 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

      Corrected Apr 20, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0758 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      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 Apr 20, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0293 Egress Deficiencies

      Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      Corrected Apr 15, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0347 Smoke Deficiencies

      Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

      Corrected Apr 15, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0712 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

      Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

      Corrected Apr 15, 2024 · CMS fire safety

  14. Jan 19, 2024 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51197728C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  15. Jan 12, 2024 Health · 2 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0740 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

      Corrected Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0758 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      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 Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  16. Dec 21, 2023 Health · 2 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0684 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      Corrected Feb 2, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      Corrected Feb 2, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  17. Sep 8, 2023 Health · 2 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0609 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

      Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      Corrected Oct 20, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      Corrected Oct 20, 2023 · CMS health inspection

  18. Apr 24, 2023 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51191329C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  19. Feb 17, 2023 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51197941C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  20. Jan 12, 2023 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51197000C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  21. Oct 15, 2022 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5119021C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  22. Jul 27, 2022 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H51193244C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  23. Apr 6, 2022 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5119026C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  24. Dec 20, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5119025C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  25. Aug 23, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5119020C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  26. Aug 11, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5119019C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  27. Jun 3, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5119018C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  28. Mar 25, 2021 MDH complaint investigation · 2 findings
    • Severity not stated

      H5119015C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

    • Severity not stated

      H5119016C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  29. Dec 2, 2019 MDH complaint investigation · 1 finding
    • Severity not stated

      H5119014C Substantiated complaint (MDH Office of Health Facility Complaints)

      MDH substantiated this complaint. The finding and its severity are in MDH's investigation report (linked).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

Owners and managers (as published by CMS)

Sources: the MDH Health Care Provider Directory, MDH's evaluation and complaint findings, and CMS's list of certified Minnesota nursing homes and CMS Care Compare (nursing homes). “Harm or jeopardy level” is CMS scope/severity G–L. About this data.