nursing home in Garrison, ND
Benedictine Living Center of Garrison
609 4th Ave NE, Garrison, ND 58540 · (701) 463-2226
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Benedictine Living Center of Garrison at a glance
Benedictine Living Center of Garrison is a 52-bed non-profit nursing home in Garrison, North Dakota (McLean 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 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 22, 2025) found 2 health citations. The North Dakota average is 5.6.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,278.
Nursing staff turnover is 36.4% per year (state average 48.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 52
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Benedictine Health System
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- McLean County
- CMS Certification Number
- 355064
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 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) | 3.18 hrs | 4.42 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.59 hrs | 0.93 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.19 hrs | 2.97 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.96 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.4% | 48.8% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 25 | 54.1 | 80.6 | Better |
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) | $8,278 | $27,629 | $30,972 | Better |
| 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 | 52 | 68 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 49 | 63 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94% | 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) | 5.9% | 5.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.6% | 4.9% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.2% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.6% | 19.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.1% | 17.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.2% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 18.9% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.7% | 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) | 99.5% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 92.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 22, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 13, 2025 |
| July 22, 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 13, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 17, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Complaint | 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 May 22, 2025 |
| July 24, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 16, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 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 23, 2024 |
| September 7, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Complaint | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Complaint | 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 October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Complaint | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Complaint | 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 October 12, 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 $8,278 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2025 | Fine | $8,278 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BENEDICTINE LIVING COMMUNITIES INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/01/1989 |
| BENEDICTINE HEALTH SYSTEM Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 06/01/1989 |
| BENEDICTINE HEALTH SYSTEM Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/1989 |
| BENEDICTINE LIVING COMMUNITIES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/1989 |
| DORNACKER, JON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2006 |
| FOSS, SCOTT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2025 |
| CARLEY, GERALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| GLYNN, JEFFREY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| GRAEBER, LUANNA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2023 |
| GREFF, KEVIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2018 |
| HACK, TAYLAR Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| KADRMAS, BEVERLY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| LINDEMANN, GENE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2024 |
| TRUPKA, JERRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| BERGIEN, TRICIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/17/2016 |
| RYMANOWSKI, KEVIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2000 |
| CARLEY, GERALD Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/05/2026 |
| BENEDICTINE HEALTH SYSTEM Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/1989 |
| BENEDICTINE LIVING COMMUNITIES INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/1989 |
| DORNACKER, JON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2006 |
| FOSS, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2001 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Benedictine Living Center of Garrison's rating?
Benedictine Living Center of Garrison 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 Benedictine Living Center of Garrison 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 Benedictine Living Center of Garrison 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 Benedictine Living Center of Garrison?
It is non profit - church related and part of Benedictine Health System. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Benedictine Living Center of Garrison and how do I contact it?
Benedictine Living Center of Garrison is at 609 4th Ave NE, Garrison, ND 58540. Phone: (701) 463-2226.
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.