nursing home in Ellis, KS
Good Samaritan - Ellis
1101 Spruce Street, Ellis, KS 67637 · (785) 726-3101
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Samaritan - Ellis at a glance
Good Samaritan - Ellis is a 42-bed non-profit nursing home in Ellis, Kansas (Ellis County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Kansas average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.1 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 11, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 28.9% per year (state average 48.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 42
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Good Samaritan Society
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Ellis County
- CMS Certification Number
- 175328
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.73 hrs | 4.07 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.73 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.46 hrs | 2.70 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.15 hrs | 3.60 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.9% | 48.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 42% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 41 | 83.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $20,430 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 42 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 35 | 51 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84% | 82.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.3% | 4.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.1% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.7% | 18.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20% | 17.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16% | 16.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.5% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 6.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 24.4% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29.2% | 22.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.5% | 92.1% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 56.9% | 76.1% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 21 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 6, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2025 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 24, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | 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 January 23, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| March 11, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 Complaint | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 Complaint | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 Complaint | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| August 29, 2022 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 14, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 14, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 14, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 14, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 14, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Fire safety | Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0226 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 14, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | 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 September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0572 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | 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 September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | 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 September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | 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 September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
| August 29, 2022 Standard | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2022 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANFORD Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| BROWN, GEORGE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DE ANDRADE, PAULO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| DTN STAFFING INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/2024 |
| DYKHOUSE, DANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| ENGBRECHT, WESLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| FLUIT, JOEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| FOCUSONE SOLUTIONS Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GRAPE TREE MEDICAL STAFFING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2018 |
| GULSVIG, NEIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| LEUENBERGER, SHARON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/19/2024 |
| LUNDEEN, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MCCAUSLAND, MAUREEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MIDDLETON, AIMEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2022 |
| MOLBERT, LAURIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MORRISON, TONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| NORTH, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| OLSON, NICHOLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2024 |
| OMNICARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| SANDGREN, DEEANDRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2023 |
| SANFORD Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2025 |
| SCHEMA, NATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| SCHIEFFER, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SHULKIN, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| TEIKEN, BRENT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| VENTLING-HERRMANN, MARNIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| WENZEL, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BROWN, GEORGE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DYKHOUSE, DANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| ENGBRECHT, WESLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GULSVIG, NEIL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| LUNDEEN, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MCCAUSLAND, MAUREEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MOLBERT, LAURIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Samaritan - Ellis's rating?
Good Samaritan - Ellis has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kansas nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Good Samaritan - Ellis receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Samaritan - Ellis 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 Good Samaritan - Ellis?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Good Samaritan Society. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Good Samaritan - Ellis and how do I contact it?
Good Samaritan - Ellis is at 1101 Spruce Street, Ellis, KS 67637. Phone: (785) 726-3101.
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.