nursing home in Hankinson, ND
St Gerard's Community of Care
613 1st Ave SW, Hankinson, ND 58041 · (701) 242-7891
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
St Gerard's Community of Care at a glance
St Gerard's Community of Care is a 34-bed non-profit nursing home in Hankinson, North Dakota (Richland County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the North Dakota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 23, 2025) found 2 health citations. The North Dakota average is 5.6.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $48,233.
Nursing staff turnover is 34.2% per year (state average 48.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 34
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Richland County
- CMS Certification Number
- 355038
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.67 hrs | 4.42 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.77 hrs | 0.93 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.18 hrs | 2.97 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.00 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.2% | 48.8% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.4% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 78.5 | 54.1 | 80.6 | Average |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota 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) | $48,233 | $27,629 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 34 | 68 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 31 | 63 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90.9% | 91.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 7.4% | 5.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6% | 4.9% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.9% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 27.1% | 19.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 17.6% | 17.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.9% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.8% | 4.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18.3% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 34% | 24.9% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.5% | 92.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | 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 August 9, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 August 9, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 August 9, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 19, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 1, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 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 $48,233 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 13, 2024 | Fine | $48,233 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE FRANCISCAN SISTERS OF DILLINGEN Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/28/1995 |
| FOERTSCH, JILL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2026 |
| STRAND, DUANE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2010 |
| THE FRANCISCAN SISTERS OF DILLINGEN Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2026 |
| BELISLE, PATRICIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
| HOVEL, LOREN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
| LIES, STEVEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1989 |
| ROGGENBUCK, ELAINE MARIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2018 |
| SCHAFER, NANCY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| FOERTSCH, JILL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2013 |
| THE FRANCISCAN SISTERS OF DILLINGEN Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/28/1995 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is St Gerard's Community of Care's rating?
St Gerard's Community of Care has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for North Dakota nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did St Gerard's Community of Care receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a North Dakota average of 5.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does St Gerard's Community of Care 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 St Gerard's Community of Care?
It is non profit - church related. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is St Gerard's Community of Care and how do I contact it?
St Gerard's Community of Care is at 613 1st Ave SW, Hankinson, ND 58041. Phone: (701) 242-7891.
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.