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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home

440 W Laurel Ave, Plentywood, MT 59254

Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home, a 45-bed non profit - corporation nursing facility in Plentywood, MT, holds a 3-star CMS overall rating - right around the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing above the national norm. 1 inspection finding reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level.

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating, read the components below; they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

Phone: 4067653700

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3 / 5
Average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
6.17
Well above average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.89
20
Inspection findings · 1 serious
$0
Federal penalties (0)

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

5/5

Quality Measures

1/5

Long-Stay Quality

1/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
275070
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
45
Residents
24
In Hospital
No
County
Sheridan
Last Inspection
Jul 30, 2025

Staffing Data

How the 6.17 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
1.57 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.17
CNA Hours
4.43
Total Nursing Hours
6.17 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.00
Nursing Turnover
57.9%
RN Turnover
50.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home

Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home operates 45 certified beds in Plentywood, MT with approximately 24 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars (health inspection 3★ · staffing 5★ · quality 1★).

The inspection file contains 20 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 1 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. This provider's enforcement record shows no fines or payment denials to date. Per resident day, this facility reports 6.17 total nursing hours (national average 3.89) and 1.57 RN hours.

Classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home falls into a category where comparative context matters. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 57.9%, above the level where continuity of care typically begins to suffer.

Why sub-scores and the CMS methodology matter

The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results, staffing levels, and quality measures. Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone, a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes, ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. The staffing metric in particular is the one most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report, the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (20 most recent)

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 30, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Jul 30, 2025 Tag: 0868

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 30, 2025 Tag: 0791

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 30, 2025 Tag: 0699

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Jul 30, 2025 Tag: 0585

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 30, 2025 Tag: 0760

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

G - Isolated - Actual harm Jul 30, 2025 Tag: 0689

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 3, 2024 Tag: 0758

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 22, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 3, 2024 Tag: 0756

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

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 22, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 3, 2024 Tag: 0604

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 22, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 3, 2024 Tag: 0553

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 22, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 3, 2024 Tag: 0609

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 22, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 11, 2024 Tag: 0689

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 15, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 7, 2023 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 13, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 7, 2023 Tag: 0609

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 13, 2023

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Jun 7, 2023 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 10, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 7, 2023 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 26, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 7, 2023 Tag: 0686

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 13, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 7, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 10, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 7, 2023 Tag: 0552

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 13, 2023

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 23.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 7.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 10.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 2.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 27.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 6.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 5.6% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 16.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 1.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 99.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 23.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 96.7% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 28.4% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 67.9% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay N/A No

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home?
Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (1★).
What are the staffing levels at Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home?
Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home reports 6.17 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 1.57 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 57.9%.
How many beds does Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home have?
Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home has 45 certified beds with approximately 24 residents. The facility is located at 440 W Laurel Ave, Plentywood, MT 59254.
Does Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home has 20 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 1 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home received any fines or penalties?
No, Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home?
Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home is classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home was on Jul 30, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home?
Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.
Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.

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