Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home
Nursing Home · Plentywood, MT
CMS certification number275070
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).
Contact & location
440 W Laurel AvePlentywood, MT 59254
Sheridan County
- Phone
- (406) 765-3700
- ZIP code
- 59254 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 45
- Residents per day
- 24.1 (54% occupied)
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Sheridan Memorial Hospital Association
- Medicare certified since
- August 1, 1977
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 6.10 (state 4.05 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 1.37 (state 0.98 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.28 (state 0.50 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 4.45 (state 2.57 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 5.28 (state 3.59 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 60.0 (state 54.8 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 55.6 (state 48.3 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- July 30, 2025
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 7.0 (state 11.5 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 2
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 22 health · 18 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-09 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2026-05-15 |
| 2026-04-09 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-05-15 |
| 2025-07-30 | 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. F0585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-09-09 |
| 2025-07-30 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly F0868 · Administration Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-09-09 |
| 2025-07-30 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-09-09 |
| 2025-07-30 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. F0699 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-09-09 |
| 2025-07-30 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. F0791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-09-09 |
| 2025-07-30 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2025-09-09 |
| 2025-07-30 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-09-09 |
| 2024-07-03 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. F0553 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-22 |
| 2024-07-03 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. F0604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-22 |
| 2024-07-03 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. F0756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-22 |
| 2024-07-03 | 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. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-22 |
| 2024-07-03 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-22 |
| 2024-06-11 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-15 |
| 2023-06-07 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-10 |
| 2023-06-07 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. F0552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-13 |
| 2023-06-07 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-13 |
| 2023-06-07 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-13 |
| 2023-06-07 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-10 |
| 2023-06-07 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-13 |
| 2023-06-07 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-26 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $10,358 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-30 | Fine | $10,358 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Benson, Donald (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hansen, Paul (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Jensen, Nancy (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Miller, Myrnette (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Sampsen, Cory (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Nelson, Kody (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Rusbult, Laura (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home?
Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.9-star average in Montana.
How many beds does Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home have?
It has 45 certified beds and cares for about 24 residents per day.
Has Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $10,358 in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home?
(406) 765-3700. The facility is located at 440 W Laurel Ave, Plentywood, MT 59254.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.