nursing home in Little Falls, MN
St Ottos Care Center
920 Southeast 4th Street, Little Falls, MN 56345 · (320) 632-9281
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
St Ottos Care Center at a glance
St Ottos Care Center is a 86-bed for-profit nursing home in Little Falls, Minnesota (Morrison County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Minnesota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 4, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 28.2% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 86
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1983
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Morrison County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245257
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.17 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.14 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.53 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.64 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.2% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.7% | 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) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 4 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $24,507 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 86 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 82 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.9% | 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) | 2.1% | 4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.8% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.6% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.8% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 18.3% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.5% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.8% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.2% | 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) | 16.9% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.1% | 24.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.8% | 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) | 1.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.4% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.5% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2025 |
| November 8, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 6, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 30, 2024 |
| November 8, 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 December 9, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | 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 December 9, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 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 December 9, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 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 July 15, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 31, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| B2K COMMUNITIES LLC. Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| B2K COMMUNITIES LLC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BERNANDER, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BERNANDER, KRISTA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BERNARDY, DOROTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| EGGERTH, CHARLIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| NELSON - HOLIEN, KELSI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| POTTER, DANNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| BERNANDER, BRIAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2016 |
| BERNANDER, KRISTA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2016 |
| BERNANDER, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2016 |
| BERNANDER, KRISTA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2016 |
| BERNANDER, BRIAN Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BERNANDER, KRISTA Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BERNANDER, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BERNANDER, KRISTA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BERNARDY, DOROTHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| EGGERTH, CHARLIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| JACOBS, KAREN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| NELSON - HOLIEN, KELSI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| POTTER, DANNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| PRIMUS, DEANNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| SCHUETT, MICHELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/23/2022 |
| UDY, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is St Ottos Care Center's rating?
St Ottos Care Center has 5 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 St Ottos Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does St Ottos 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 St Ottos Care Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is St Ottos Care Center and how do I contact it?
St Ottos Care Center is at 920 Southeast 4th Street, Little Falls, MN 56345. Phone: (320) 632-9281.
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.