nursing home in Harmony, MN
Gundersen Harmony Care Center
815 Main Avenue South, Harmony, MN 55939 · (507) 886-6544
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Gundersen Harmony Care Center at a glance
Gundersen Harmony Care Center is a 42-bed non-profit nursing home in Harmony, Minnesota (Fillmore 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 6, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $12,649.
Nursing staff turnover is 51.4% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 42
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1988
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Fillmore County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245528
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) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 3.38 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| 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) | 1.94 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.92 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 51.4% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.5% | 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) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $12,649 | $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 | 42 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 36 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86% | 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) | 0% | 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) | 8% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22.4% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.7% | 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) | 6.1% | 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) | 6.3% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.8% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 100% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.5% | 88.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 12, 2026 |
| May 6, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 12, 2026 |
| May 6, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 12, 2026 |
| May 6, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| May 6, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 10, 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 May 26, 2025 |
| February 29, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| February 29, 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 March 28, 2024 |
| October 11, 2023 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| October 11, 2023 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 November 3, 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 $12,649 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 11, 2023 | Fine | $12,649 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN HEALTH SYSTEM INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2013 |
| BELLIN GUNDERSEN HEALTH SYSTEM INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 11/30/2022 |
| BERG, RANDI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BOLAND, LINDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BRANUM, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ENRIGHT, CARRIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FOSTER, KAREN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| JOHNSON, DEBRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| JOHNSON, RODNEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LENZ, SUSAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MOSER, BRENDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| NESS, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/05/2025 |
| RANKIN, TRACER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SAUER, LEANNE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SCHUSTER, KRAIG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BAKALARS, VICKIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2017 |
| JOHNSON, CHARLES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2019 |
| MELDE, SARAH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| PERICAK, AMANDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| SKAALEN, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2018 |
| SOLBERG, PENNY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| BOLAND, LINDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LENZ, SUSAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MOSER, BRENDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| NESS, CHARLES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/31/2025 |
| RANKIN, TRACER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SAUER, LEANNE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SCHUSTER, KRAIG Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BAKALARS, VICKIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2017 |
| MELDE, SARAH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| PERICAK, AMANDA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| SKAALEN, CHRISTOPHER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2018 |
| BELLIN GUNDERSEN HEALTH SYSTEM INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2022 |
| BERG, RANDI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BOLAND, LINDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BRANUM, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ENRIGHT, CARRIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FOSTER, KAREN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN HEALTH SYSTEM INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| JOHNSON, DEBRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gundersen Harmony Care Center's rating?
Gundersen Harmony 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 Gundersen Harmony Care Center 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 Gundersen Harmony 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 Gundersen Harmony Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Gundersen Harmony Care Center and how do I contact it?
Gundersen Harmony Care Center is at 815 Main Avenue South, Harmony, MN 55939. Phone: (507) 886-6544.
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.