Fair Oaks Lodge
201 Shady Lane Drive · Wadena, MN · 56482 · 2186311391
65 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Eden Senior Care
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.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar; immediate-jeopardy citation in the current inspection cycle. That rule is part of the published method.
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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
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.28 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.07 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.90 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 49% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $10,062 |
Inspection citations (52 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2026
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected April 10, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2026
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected April 10, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 11, 2026
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 April 10, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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No harm found · C March 11, 2026
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected April 10, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2025
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 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 March 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2025
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025 · 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 March 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C February 12, 2025
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 29, 2025 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 27, 2023 | Fine | $10,062 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245581 · certified since November 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.