nursing home in Preston, ID

Franklin County Transitional Care

44 North 1st East, Preston, ID 83263 · (208) 852-4130

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★5
  • Abuse citation

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Franklin County Transitional Care at a glance

Franklin County Transitional Care is a 35-bed government nursing home in Preston, Idaho (Franklin County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Idaho average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 5 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (July 24, 2026) found 15 health citations. The Idaho average is 10.3.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $23,001.

Nursing staff turnover is 27.1% per year (state average 50.3%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Government - County
Beds
35
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
October 1, 1975
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Franklin County
CMS Certification Number
135059

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityIdaho avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.1 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility5.01 hrsIdaho average4.04 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Idaho and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIdaho avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)5.01 hrs4.04 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.20 hrs0.86 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.31 hrs2.44 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)4.50 hrs3.49 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)27.1%50.3%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)0%41%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility15Idaho average10U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Idaho and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIdaho avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)15109Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)1463Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)9363.180.6Worse

Penalties

This facility1Idaho average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Idaho and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIdaho avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$23,001$13,374$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityIdaho avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds3576107
Average residents per day325786
Occupancy90.9%76.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1%Idaho average3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Idaho and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIdaho avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)1%3%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)6.3%3.2%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)8.3%20.1%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)2.9%2%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)1.1%1.2%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)14.1%15.6%13.9%Average
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)20.1%16.1%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)6%5.2%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)3%15.1%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.1%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)29%16.3%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)19.9%22.1%19%Average
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%96.2%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99%97.3%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility95.9%Idaho average91.2%U.S. average82%
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine: this facility vs. Idaho and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIdaho avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)95.9%91.2%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2026
May 29, 2025
Complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 30, 2025
May 29, 2025
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 30, 2025
May 29, 2025
Complaint
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2025
May 29, 2025
Complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2025
May 29, 2025
Complaint
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2025
May 29, 2025
Complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2025
May 29, 2025
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2025
May 29, 2025
Complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 30, 2025
May 17, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 28, 2024
May 17, 2024
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 28, 2024
May 17, 2024
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 28, 2024

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $23,001 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
July 24, 2026Fine$23,001

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
DRANSFIELD, DARIN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/30/2001
JEFFERS, AVERY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2026
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2000
DRANSFIELD, DARIN
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
JEFFERS, AVERY
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE05/24/2022
DRANSFIELD, DARIN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/30/2001

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Frequently asked questions

What is Franklin County Transitional Care's rating?

Franklin County Transitional Care has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Idaho nursing homes is 3.2 stars.

How many inspection citations did Franklin County Transitional Care receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a Idaho average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Franklin County Transitional Care accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Franklin County Transitional Care?

It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Franklin County Transitional Care and how do I contact it?

Franklin County Transitional Care is at 44 North 1st East, Preston, ID 83263. Phone: (208) 852-4130.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.