With a score of 55 out of 100, Knife River Care Center earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of North Dakota nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Beulah location.
Knife River Care Center provides above-average staffing with 5.21 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent CMS inspections identified 31 deficiencies at Knife River Care Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 5.21 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.13 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.13 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.95 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.25 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.69 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Dec 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0584 Severity DHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for dFeb 25, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Feb 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Nov 25, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0657 Severity DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Nov 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 | 4.0% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 6.1% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 19.7% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 18.2% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 4.5% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 29.3% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $35,890
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 55 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -3 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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