nursing home in Marshall, MN
Avera Morningside Heights Care Center
300 South Bruce Street, Marshall, MN 56258 · (507) 537-9394
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- 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
Avera Morningside Heights Care Center at a glance
Avera Morningside Heights Care Center is a 76-bed non-profit nursing home in Marshall, Minnesota (Lyon County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Minnesota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.8 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 3, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $17,345.
Nursing staff turnover is 24.4% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 76
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Avera Health
- Medicare-certified since
- August 1, 1979
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Lyon County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245228
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.80 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.01 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.48 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.46 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 24.4% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 73 | 63.9 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $17,345 | $24,507 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 76 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 72 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.1% | 84.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.9% | 4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.6% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.7% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 34.5% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 32.1% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.7% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 4.1% | 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) | 13.5% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29.9% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 70% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.7% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2026 |
| September 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2025 |
| October 30, 2024 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 November 25, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $17,345 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 24, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 |
| November 30, 2023 | Payment Denial | 6 days from January 4, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVERA HEALTH Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2009 |
| DEUTZ, TRACY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2025 |
| WALKER, VICTORIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2026 |
| HENNEN, SHARON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| KOENEN, LAVONNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2020 |
| LORANG, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| LOUWAGIE, CURTIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| NOVAK, KARIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| O'LEARY, TIM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| SIELING, AMANDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| VROMAN, JILL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| ZIMMERMAN, JODELLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| COUDRON, CHRISTY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| LAUTT, JULIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| STREIER, DEBRA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2021 |
| DEUTZ, TRACY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/14/2024 |
| WALKER, VICTORIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Avera Morningside Heights Care Center's rating?
Avera Morningside Heights Care Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Minnesota nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Avera Morningside Heights Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Avera Morningside Heights Care Center 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 Avera Morningside Heights Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Avera Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Avera Morningside Heights Care Center and how do I contact it?
Avera Morningside Heights Care Center is at 300 South Bruce Street, Marshall, MN 56258. Phone: (507) 537-9394.
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.