B

ST JOHN LUTHERAN HOME

201 SOUTH COUNTY ROAD 5, SPRINGFIELD, MN 56087
Score: 79 / 100

St John Lutheran Home earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 79/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Springfield facility ranks in the 72th percentile among Minnesota nursing homes.

Staffing levels at St John Lutheran Home exceed national averages, with 4.31 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.85 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 13 deficiencies at St John Lutheran Home. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.31 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.85 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.52 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.94 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.85 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.49 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

13
Total Deficiencies
May 13, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 11 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0921 Severity F
    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
    May 13, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    May 13, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    May 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    May 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    May 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 3.3% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.0% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 11.9% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 3.5% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 17.1% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.3% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 19.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 79 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Certified Beds
65
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
May 13, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6