nursing home in Princeton, MN
Elim Wellspring Health Care Center
701 First Street, Princeton, MN 55371 · (763) 389-0410
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
Elim Wellspring Health Care Center at a glance
Elim Wellspring Health Care Center is a 86-bed non-profit nursing home in Princeton, Minnesota (Mille Lacs 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 5 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 18, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.3% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 86
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Cassia
- Medicare-certified since
- August 1, 1987
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Mille Lacs County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245494
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) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 5.05 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.88 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.30 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.33 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.3% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 1 | 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 | 76 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.9% | 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) | 9.3% | 4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.5% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.6% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.3% | 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) | 2% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.8% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.3% | 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) | 13.1% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.2% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.7% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 97.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.2% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.4% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 2 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| November 5, 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 December 13, 2024 |
| October 18, 2023 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 November 10, 2023 |
| October 18, 2023 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 November 27, 2023 |
| October 18, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2023 |
| October 18, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 18, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 18, 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 10, 2023 |
| October 18, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 18, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 10, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELIM CARE INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/29/1986 |
| ANDERSON, PAUL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2021 |
| LEFF, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2000 |
| NUSS, PATRICK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2021 |
| TANGEDAHL, GUY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2012 |
| WEBER-DANIELS, NICOLETTE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2021 |
| DAHL, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/1986 |
| KERN, MATTHEW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2019 |
| YOUNGQUIST, KATHRYN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/1986 |
| CASSIA Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| METZLER, PAUL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elim Wellspring Health Care Center's rating?
Elim Wellspring Health 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 Elim Wellspring Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elim Wellspring 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 Elim Wellspring Health Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Cassia. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elim Wellspring Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Elim Wellspring Health Care Center is at 701 First Street, Princeton, MN 55371. Phone: (763) 389-0410.
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.