nursing home in Barnesville, MN

Valley Care and Rehab LLC

600 Fifth Street Southeast, Box 129, Barnesville, MN 56514 · (218) 354-2254

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★5
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★5
  • CMS high performer

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

Valley Care and Rehab LLC at a glance

Valley Care and Rehab LLC is a 35-bed for-profit nursing home in Barnesville, Minnesota (Clay 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 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 15, 2026) 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 44.2% per year (state average 42.2%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
35
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
July 1, 1985
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Clay County
CMS Certification Number
245281

Ratings

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

Staffing

This facility4.24 hrsMinnesota average4.19 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)4.24 hrs4.19 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.95 hrs1.06 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.57 hrs2.52 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.62 hrs3.71 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)44.2%42.2%45.8%Average
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)37.5%38.6%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility0Minnesota average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)079Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)023Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)563.980.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Minnesota average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$24,507$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds3571107
Average residents per day336086
Occupancy93.7%84.1%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0.9%Minnesota average4%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0.9%4%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)0.9%5.2%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)6.8%17.1%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%2.6%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%1.9%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)24.7%18.2%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)18.4%20.5%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.1%4.1%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)2.8%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)12.9%12.5%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)24.8%24.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)87.5%96.1%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)97.4%97.4%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Minnesota average1.9%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Minnesota and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMinnesota 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)48.1%88.1%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 15, 2026
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 29, 2026
June 15, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 29, 2026
June 15, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 29, 2026
April 23, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 29, 2025
April 23, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 22, 2025
April 23, 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 May 6, 2025
January 27, 2025
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 1, 2025
January 27, 2025
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 January 30, 2025
March 6, 2024
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 22, 2024
March 6, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 22, 2024
February 9, 2024
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 February 22, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
RUSTAD, DEBRA
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest51%11/01/2015
RUSTAD, MARK
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest49%11/01/2015
RUSTAD, DEBRA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
RUSTAD, MARK
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
RUSTY ACRES, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
THOMPSON, OWEN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/12/2025
NIELSEN, RYAN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/30/2024
RITCHIE, HOLLY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/30/2024
RUFF, TERI
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/30/2024
RUSTAD, DEBRA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
RUSTAD, MARK
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
SHARP, KAREN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/30/2024
SMART, MADISON
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/30/2024
THOMPSON, OWEN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015

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Frequently asked questions

What is Valley Care and Rehab LLC's rating?

Valley Care and Rehab LLC 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 Valley Care and Rehab LLC 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 Valley Care and Rehab LLC 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 Valley Care and Rehab LLC?

It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Valley Care and Rehab LLC and how do I contact it?

Valley Care and Rehab LLC is at 600 Fifth Street Southeast, Box 129, Barnesville, MN 56514. Phone: (218) 354-2254.

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.