nursing home in Sauk Rapids, MN
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home
1115 4th Avenue North, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 · (320) 252-6525
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home at a glance
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home is a 146-bed non-profit nursing home in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota (Benton 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 4.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 9, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 38.6% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 146
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Benton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245269
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 4.92 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.80 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.27 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.36 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.6% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28% | 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) | 9 | 7 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 54 | 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 | 146 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 125 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 85.7% | 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) | 2.7% | 4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.9% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.9% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.2% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 24.3% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.2% | 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) | 12.7% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 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) | 2.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.6% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 9, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0572 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 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 August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | 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 August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | 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 August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 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 August 24, 2026 |
| April 17, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 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 June 11, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 11, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 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 June 11, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | 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 11, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2025 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0020 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 12, 2024 |
| May 2, 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 May 8, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 12, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 12, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 12, 2024 |
| May 2, 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 June 12, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 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 June 12, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 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 June 12, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | 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 12, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AEGIS THERAPIES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| BARBER, JACQUELYN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/27/2008 |
| GRAPE TREE MEDICAL STAFFING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2022 |
| KLEVER, EMILY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/08/2014 |
| MARTINI, KRISTA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/20/2022 |
| SCHOEPHOERSTER, GEORGE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/07/2017 |
| STORDAHL, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/28/2018 |
| BACON, DENNIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2023 |
| CLOETER, PAUL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2020 |
| KIRCHOFF, BARRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/17/2021 |
| LEONARD, CHARLES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| LOIDOLT, GARRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| MACHULA, JENNIFER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2020 |
| PERLEBERG, LOIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2022 |
| SCAPANSKI, CHERYL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/10/2022 |
| STROHSCHEIN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/27/2019 |
| ZOELLER, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2018 |
| FITCH, MIKE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2018 |
| STORDAHL, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/28/2018 |
| BARBER, JACQUELYN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/27/2008 |
| MARTINI, KRISTA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/20/2002 |
| SCHOEPHOERSTER, GEORGE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/07/2017 |
| STORDAHL, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/28/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Shepherd Lutheran Home's rating?
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home 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 Good Shepherd Lutheran Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Shepherd Lutheran Home 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 Shepherd Lutheran Home?
It is non profit - church related. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Good Shepherd Lutheran Home and how do I contact it?
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home is at 1115 4th Avenue North, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. Phone: (320) 252-6525.
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.