Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing in Traverse City, Michigan, has a Trust Grade of B+, which means it is above average and recommended for prospective residents. It ranks #71 out of 422 facilities in the state, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among the three facilities in Leelanau County. The facility is improving, with a significant drop in reported issues from ten in 2023 to just one in 2024. Staffing is a notable strength, scoring 5 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 37%, which is below the state average, indicating stability among staff who are familiar with residents' needs. However, there have been concerns, including a serious incident where a resident fell and suffered multiple fractures while under staff supervision, and issues with ensuring accurate advance directive information for residents, which could impact their medical care preferences. Overall, while there are strengths in staffing and a positive trend, families should be aware of these specific incidents that highlight areas needing attention.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Michigan
- #71/422
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 37% turnover. Near Michigan's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Michigan facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 75 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Michigan nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 17 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (37%)
11 points below Michigan average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Michigan avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 17 deficiencies on record
Oct 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a consent was signed for psychoactive medication use and an AIMS (Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale) assessment was completed appr...
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Oct 2023
10 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** This citation pertains to Intake MI00137609.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to prevent a fall for one...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to report an allegation of visitor to resident verbal ab...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to investigate an allegation of visitor to resident verb...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for 2 R...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility failed to assist residents/representatives to engage/participate in the care planning process, including attendance...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to: (1.) prevent Urinary Tract Infections (UTI's); (2.) f...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure accurate advance directive information was in ...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure proper label and dating of foods with the potential to effect 7 of 8 residents (1 resident receives nothing by mouth) r...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to develop an abuse policy consistent with current regulatory language for reporting allegations of abuse to the State Agency, resulting in th...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0838
(Tag F0838)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to annually review and update the facility-wide assessment to address the resident population, acuity, staffing levels, physical environment a...
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Sept 2022
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure interventions were in place to prevent the wor...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure monitoring and/or nutritional care was provide...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Tube Feeding
(Tag F0693)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide nutritional monitoring of one enterally (tube feeding) depe...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure proper infection control practices were maintained during wound dressing changes and failed to ensure oxygen equipment...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0730
(Tag F0730)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on interview review and record review, the facility failed to ensure that Certified Nurse Aides (CNA's) were reviewed annually for competency and provided 12 hours of yearly inservice educations...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0801
(Tag F0801)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure there was qualified dietary staff to ensure adequate nutritional monitoring and care was provided for all 19 Residents...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Michigan.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Michigan facilities.
- • 37% turnover. Below Michigan's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 17 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
About This Facility
What is Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Michigan, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing Staffed?
CMS rates Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 37%, compared to the Michigan average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing?
State health inspectors documented 17 deficiencies at Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing during 2022 to 2024. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm, 14 with potential for harm, and 2 minor or isolated issues. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing?
Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 22 certified beds and approximately 20 residents (about 91% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Traverse City, Michigan.
How Does Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing Compare to Other Michigan Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Michigan, Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (37%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Michigan. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing Stick Around?
Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing has a staff turnover rate of 37%, which is about average for Michigan nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing Ever Fined?
Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing on Any Federal Watch List?
Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.