Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home, Plentywood, MT

The Essentials

Summary

Across 5 inspections from June 2023 to April 2026, state surveyors documented 22 findings at Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home; 22 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 2 enforcement actions in the window.

Inspections: 5; 2023–2026, complaint and standard
Findings: 22; Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
Corrected: 22; Of 22 findings, with a recorded correction date
Penalties: 2; 2 fines; payment not published

Findings by Year

Findings
Of which, actual harm (level G or above)

* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.

Findings by year
Year	Inspections	Findings	Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
2023	1	7	0
2024	2	6	0
2025	1	7	1
2026	1	2	1

What the Record Shows

22 of 22 findings have a recorded correction date.
CMS lists 2 enforcement actions in the window: 2 fines totaling $24,738, their payment not published.
4 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
The latest standard inspection, July 30, 2025, recorded 7 findings (most serious: Level G).

What to Ask About

Accident Hazards and Supervision, Cited in Three Inspections
Reporting Suspected Abuse, Cited in Two Inspections

Report at a Glance

Facility: Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home
Address: 440 W Laurel Ave, Plentywood, MT 59254
CMS Certification Number: 275070
Provider Type: Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
Certified Beds: 45
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Record Window: June 7, 2023 to October 1, 2026

Chronology

Inspection History

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

Apr 92026
Complaint investigation
2 findings
- F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level GActual harmCorrected May 15, 2026
- F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 15, 2026
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Jul 302025
Standard health inspection
7 findings
The same visit included a complaint investigation.
- F585Honor 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.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 9, 2025
- F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyLevel FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 9, 2025
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 9, 2025
- F699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 9, 2025
- F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 9, 2025
- F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level GActual harmCorrected Sep 9, 2025
- F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 9, 2025
Enforcement Action
Civil money penalty, $10,358 imposed July 30, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of July 30, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.
Enforcement Action
Civil money penalty, $14,380 imposed April 9, 2026. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of July 30, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Jul 32024
Standard health inspection
5 findings
The same visit included a complaint investigation.
- F553Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 22, 2024
- F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 22, 2024
- F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 22, 2024
- F758Implement 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 22, 2024
- F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 22, 2024
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Jun 112024
Complaint investigation
1 finding
- F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2024
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Jun 72023
Standard health inspection
7 findings
- F761Ensure 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.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 2023
- F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 13, 2023
- F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 13, 2023
- F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 13, 2023
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 2023
- F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 13, 2023
- F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 26, 2023
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

1
Accident Hazards and Supervision, Cited in Three Inspections
Inspectors cited F689 in June 2024, July 2025 and April 2026. This citation covers whether residents are protected from accident hazards and supervised closely enough to prevent accidents, including falls. The most serious of these was recorded at level G (actual harm). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
2324242526F689 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
2
Reporting Suspected Abuse, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F609 in June 2023 and July 2024. This citation covers whether suspected abuse, neglect or theft is reported to the authorities on time, with the results of the home’s investigation. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
2324242526F609 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

01
What changed in fall prevention and supervision after the last citation, and how do you check that it is still working?
Accident Hazards and Supervision: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level G.
02
How are staff trained to report suspected abuse or neglect, and who reports it to the state?
Reporting Suspected Abuse: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
03
How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?
No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.
04
What led to the 2026 fine, and has it been paid?
A $14,380 civil money penalty was imposed April 9, 2026. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. The record holds two enforcement actions in the window.

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Montana state survey agency.

Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Montana state survey agency
Inspection Jun 7, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Montana state survey agency
Inspection Jun 11, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Montana state survey agency
Inspection Jul 3, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Montana state survey agency
Inspection Jul 30, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Montana state survey agency
Inspection Apr 9, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Penalties, Provider Data Catalog
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
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Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 275070
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
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Coverage

Record windowJune 7, 2023 – October 1, 2026

CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before June 2023 are not in this release.
CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Complaints not investigated onsite: Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
Complaint allegations: CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
Facility-reported incidents: Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
Follow-up visits: CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
Fire safety inspections: Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
Staffing levels and ownership history: Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
Whether fines were paid: CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

Data architecture: Cierto supplies the source-backed machine-readable bundle. Life by Vardell independently creates the narrative, design, and consumer report.