Towner County Living CTR

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Towner County Living CTR, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF802Jan 14, 2026

  Based on observation, review of facility policy, review of resident council minutes, review of the facility assessment, review of the dietary schedule, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure sufficient staff for meal service in 1 of 1 dining room. Failure to serve resident meals in a timely manner did not enhance the dining experience for the facility's residents.Findings include:Review of facility policy titled Nutrition Services Staffing occurred on 01/14/26. This policy, revised 04/08/25, stated, . The department will be staffed adequately to meet the patient's nutritional needs with regular meals served to patient at 7:30am [morning], 11:45am and 5:30pm [evening]. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF867Jan 14, 2026

  Based on observation, review of resident council meeting minutes, review of facility policy, and resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to take actions aimed at performance improvement and, after implementing those actions, measure its success, and track performance to ensure that improvements are identified and sustained. Failure to perform Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program (QAPI) for continued resident concerns placed all residents at risk for not having their needs met. Findings includeReview of policy, Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement Program occurred on 01/14/26. This undated policy stated, . the scope of the QAPI program encompasses all segments of TLCL ([NAME] County Living Center) including resident . feedback . […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF804Sep 25, 2024

  Based on observation, review of facility policy, and resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to serve beverages at palatable temperatures in 1 of 2 meals observed. Failure to serve foods at palatable temperatures to residents may result in decreased intake, weight loss, and inadequate nutrition. Findings include: Review of the facility policy titled Food Storage occurred on 09/24/24. This undated policy, stated, .Purpose: to store food under sanitary conditions to protect it from contamination and outdating . 11. dairy products . must be stored at temperatures between 33-40 degrees Fahrenheit . During an interview on 09/23/24 at 2:15 p.m., Resident A stated, The cold drinks are warm. Observation of the breakfast meal occurred on 09/24/24 at 8:38 a.m. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF756Sep 7, 2023

  Based on record review, review of facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure the consultant pharmacist completed and reported the drug regimen reviews at least monthly for 5 of 5 sampled residents (Resident #2, #5, #6, #7, and #16) selected for unnecessary medication review. Failure to complete and report drug regimen reviews may result in residents receiving unnecessary medications and experiencing adverse consequences related to the medications. Findings include: Review of the facility policy titled Pharmacy Monthly Medication Review of LTC [Long Term Care] Residents occurred on 09/07/23. This undated policy, stated, . Review new orders since the last month's review. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF812Jun 29, 2022

  THIS IS A REPEAT DEFICIENCY FROM THE STANDARD SURVEY COMPLETED 04/22/21. Based on observation, review of facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to prepare, store, and serve food under sanitary conditions in 1 of 1 kitchen. Failure to monitor fridge and freezer temperatures, monitor the quaternary (quat) sanitizer concentration, serve food in a sanitary manner, and maintain a clean kitchen may result in unsafe food storage/preparation and foodborne illness. Findings include: Review of the facility policy titled Infection Prevention and Control - Dietary Service occurred on 06/29/22. This policy, revised February 2016, stated, . Director of Food Service Responsibilities: . Provide for the proper receipt and storage of all food supplies. Food Storage: . […]