nursing home in Albany, MN
Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy
230 Church Avenue, Box 676, Albany, MN 56307 · (320) 845-2195
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy at a glance
Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy is a 76-bed non-profit nursing home in Albany, Minnesota (Stearns County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Minnesota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 26, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $97,996.
Nursing staff turnover is 50% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 76
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Benedictine Health System
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1986
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Stearns County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245339
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 4.71 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.69 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| 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) | 4.30 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.3% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
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) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 93 | 63.9 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $97,996 | $24,507 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 76 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 55 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 72.5% | 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) | 7.8% | 4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.2% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.5% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.3% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.2% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 40.7% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.8% | 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) | 6.6% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.4% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 77.8% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.4% | 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) | 3.8% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.8% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.5% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 2026 Complaint | 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 11, 2026 |
| June 4, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| June 4, 2026 Complaint | 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 29, 2026 |
| May 12, 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 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 April 2, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 26, 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 April 2, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 April 2, 2026 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2025 |
| December 20, 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 January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Complaint | 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 January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 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 January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Complaint | 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 January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| October 10, 2024 Complaint | 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 November 21, 2024 |
| October 10, 2024 Complaint | 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 November 21, 2024 |
| July 19, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 19, 2024 Complaint | 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 23, 2024 |
| January 24, 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 16, 2024 |
| January 24, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2024 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. Electrical Deficiencies · Tag K0901 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 22, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 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 28, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0226 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 26, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 4, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 4, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | 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 December 4, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 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 4, 2023 |
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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $97,996 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 4, 2026 | Fine | $27,378 |
| December 20, 2024 | Payment Denial | 5 days from January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 | Fine | $70,618 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BENEDICTINE HEALTH SYSTEM Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| KUHN, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2026 |
| LEWIS, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| CARLEY, GERALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/1969 |
| KNAPP, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2012 |
| KOOP, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| PAULSEN, RONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| PETERSON, ANNELIESE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| TOMCZIK, PAUL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2015 |
| VEBELUN, EDWARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| BERGIEN, TRICIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| RYMANOWSKI, KEVIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| KUHN, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| LEWIS, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy's rating?
Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy has 2 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 Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy 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 Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy 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 Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy?
It is non profit - church related and part of Benedictine Health System. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy and how do I contact it?
Benedictine Living Community Mother of Mercy is at 230 Church Avenue, Box 676, Albany, MN 56307. Phone: (320) 845-2195.
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.