nursing home in Park River, ND
Good Samaritan Society - Park River
301 South County Road 12B, Park River, ND 58270 · (701) 284-7115
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Samaritan Society - Park River at a glance
Good Samaritan Society - Park River is a 44-bed non-profit nursing home in Park River, North Dakota (Walsh County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the North Dakota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 21, 2025) found 6 health citations. The North Dakota average is 5.6.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $27,417.
Nursing staff turnover is 47.4% per year (state average 48.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 44
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Good Samaritan Society
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Walsh County
- CMS Certification Number
- 355089
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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 |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.02 hrs | 4.42 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 0.93 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.87 hrs | 2.97 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.51 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 47.4% | 48.8% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.4% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 6 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 47 | 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) | $27,417 | $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 | 44 | 68 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 43 | 63 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.3% | 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) | 2% | 5.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7% | 4.9% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.9% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 5.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.2% | 19.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.7% | 17.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 23.9% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.1% | 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) | 17.7% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.6% | 24.9% | 19% | Average |
| 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) | 13% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 63.9% | 92.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 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 September 12, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 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 August 29, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 16, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| August 21, 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 September 25, 2025 |
| February 19, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 24, 2025 |
| February 19, 2025 Complaint | 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 March 24, 2025 |
| February 19, 2025 Complaint | 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 March 24, 2025 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 25, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 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 August 9, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 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 August 9, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 16, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 16, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 Complaint | 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 April 16, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 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 April 16, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2024 |
| June 8, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 19, 2023 |
| June 8, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 12, 2023 |
| June 8, 2023 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 July 12, 2023 |
| June 8, 2023 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 July 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 $27,417 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2026 | Fine | $27,417 |
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 |
| JOHNSON, JOEL Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2013 |
| CAIN, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| 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 |
| MOLBERT, LAURIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| NORTH, ANDREW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| SHULKIN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| TEIKEN, BRENT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| VENTLING-HERRMANN, MARNIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| FLUIT, JOEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MIDDLETON, AIMEE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2022 |
| OLSON, NICHOLAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2024 |
| ROGERS, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
| SCHEMA, NATHAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| CARLSON, LARA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2022 |
| MORRISON, TONY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Samaritan Society - Park River's rating?
Good Samaritan Society - Park River has 2 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 Good Samaritan Society - Park River receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a North Dakota average of 5.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Samaritan Society - Park River 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 - Park River?
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 - Park River and how do I contact it?
Good Samaritan Society - Park River is at 301 South County Road 12B, Park River, ND 58270. Phone: (701) 284-7115.
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.