nursing home in Waite Park, MN
Sterling Park Health Care Center
142 North First Street, Waite Park, MN 56387 · (320) 252-9595
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sterling Park Health Care Center at a glance
Sterling Park Health Care Center is a 40-bed for-profit nursing home in Waite Park, 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 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 1, 2025) found 8 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 65.3% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Accura Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Stearns County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245375
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) | 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) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.19 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.22 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.42 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.59 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 65.3% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 69.2% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 8 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 78.5 | 63.9 | 80.6 | Average |
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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 40 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 36 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.8% | 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% | 4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.2% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.6% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 41.3% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.3% | 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) | 26.3% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 30.8% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.1% | 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% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.6% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 19 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 1, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 Complaint | 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 September 4, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 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 September 4, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 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 September 4, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 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 September 4, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 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 April 7, 2025 |
| February 26, 2025 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 March 24, 2025 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| May 2, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 27, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 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 May 27, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2024 |
| May 2, 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 May 27, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 27, 2024 |
| August 9, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| August 9, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $0 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 1, 2025 | Payment Denial | 3 days from September 4, 2025 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAPLAN, SAMUAL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 03/04/2020 |
| PARKER, BRUCE Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 03/04/2020 |
| HERVIN, CAROLYN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2016 |
| WATKINS, DOUGLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| KAPLAN, SAMUAL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2020 |
| PARKER, BRUCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2020 |
| LENEAVE, TED Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| AMERICAN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| HERVIN, CAROLYN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2016 |
| LENEAVE, TED Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/25/2022 |
| WATKINS, DOUGLAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sterling Park Health Care Center's rating?
Sterling Park Health Care Center 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 Sterling Park Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sterling Park Health 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 Sterling Park Health Care Center?
It is for profit - partnership and part of Accura Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sterling Park Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Sterling Park Health Care Center is at 142 North First Street, Waite Park, MN 56387. Phone: (320) 252-9595.
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.