Harmony River Living Center
1555 Sherwood Street Southeast · Hutchinson, MN · 55350 · 3204846000
120 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Presbyterian Homes & Services
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.12 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.74 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.83 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $13,520 |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G April 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G October 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected September 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 9, 2024
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 February 9, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 9, 2024 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2025 | Fine | $13,520 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245114 · certified since March 15, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.