nursing home in Windom, MN
Good Samaritan Society - Windom
705 Sixth Street, Windom, MN 56101 · (507) 831-1788
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Samaritan Society - Windom at a glance
Good Samaritan Society - Windom is a 63-bed non-profit nursing home in Windom, Minnesota (Cottonwood County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Minnesota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 12, 2026) found 22 health citations. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $194,680.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.7% per year (state average 42.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 63
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Good Samaritan Society
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cottonwood County
- CMS Certification Number
- 245558
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 1 / 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) | 1 / 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) | 4.47 hrs | 4.19 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.84 hrs | 1.06 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.15 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.91 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.7% | 42.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.4% | 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) | 22 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 193.8 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $194,680 | $24,507 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Minnesota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 63 | 71 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 55 | 60 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.7% | 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) | 4.5% | 4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.1% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.4% | 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) | 2.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 28.8% | 18.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 30.6% | 20.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.6% | 4.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.5% | 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) | 9% | 12.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28% | 24.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.1% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.3% | 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) | 7.6% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 69.4% | 82.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.2% | 88.1% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 35 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 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 March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 18, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 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 February 25, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 Complaint | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 10, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 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 January 27, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 10, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 10, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| November 2, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 1, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2023 |
| November 2, 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 1, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 5, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2023 |
| November 2, 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 8, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0847 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 14, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $194,680 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 27, 2026 | Payment Denial | 20 days from February 26, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 | Fine | $194,680 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANFORD Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| BROWN, GEORGE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DTN STAFFING INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/2024 |
| DYKHOUSE, DANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| DYNES, RODNEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/20/2023 |
| ENGBRECHT, WESLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| FLUIT, JOEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| FOCUSONE SOLUTIONS Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GRAPE TREE MEDICAL STAFFING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2018 |
| GULSVIG, NEIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| LUNDEEN, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MCCAUSLAND, MAUREEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MIDDLETON, AIMEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2022 |
| MOLBERT, LAURIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MORRISON, TONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| NORTH, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| OLSON, NICHOLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2024 |
| SANDGREN, DEEANDRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2023 |
| SANFORD Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2025 |
| SCHEMA, NATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| SCHIEFFER, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SHULKIN, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| TEIKEN, BRENT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| VENTLING-HERRMANN, MARNIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| WENZEL, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WEPPLO, NANCY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2018 |
| BROWN, GEORGE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DYKHOUSE, DANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| ENGBRECHT, WESLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GULSVIG, NEIL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| LUNDEEN, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MCCAUSLAND, MAUREEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MOLBERT, LAURIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| NORTH, ANDREW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Samaritan Society - Windom's rating?
Good Samaritan Society - Windom has 1 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 Good Samaritan Society - Windom receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 22 citations, compared with a Minnesota average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Samaritan Society - Windom 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 Good Samaritan Society - Windom?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Good Samaritan Society. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Good Samaritan Society - Windom and how do I contact it?
Good Samaritan Society - Windom is at 705 Sixth Street, Windom, MN 56101. Phone: (507) 831-1788.
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.