North Shore Health

Nursing Home · Grand Marais, MN

CMS overall rating 4/5 Government - Hospital district

CMS certification number245384

Contact & location

515 - 5TH Avenue West
Grand Marais, MN 55604
Cook County
Phone
(218) 387-3040
ZIP code
55604 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
37
Residents per day
27.9 (75% occupied)
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Legal name
Cook County Hospital District
Medicare certified since
January 1, 1987
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.2
Health inspections★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 4.1
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.1
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
4.59 (state 4.19 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
1.92 (state 1.06 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.15 (state 0.61 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.52 (state 2.52 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.92 (state 3.71 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
71.8 (state 42.2 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
61.5 (state 38.6 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
May 27, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
2.0 (state 7.0 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
8 health · 12 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-05-27 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-06-19
2026-05-27 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-06-19
2025-07-31 Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-09-19
2025-07-31 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-09-02
2025-07-31 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-09-19
2025-07-31 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm
Corrected 2025-09-03
2024-08-01 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-30
2024-08-01 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-08-30

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Hansen, Catherine (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Larock -Muggley, Deidre (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
River of Life Rehab (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Wraalstad, Kimber (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Cook County Hospital District (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Hansen, Catherine (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Wraalstad, Kimber (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of North Shore Health?

North Shore Health has a 4-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.2-star average in Minnesota.

How many beds does North Shore Health have?

It has 37 certified beds and cares for about 28 residents per day.

Has North Shore Health been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of North Shore Health?

(218) 387-3040. The facility is located at 515 - 5TH Avenue West, Grand Marais, MN 55604.

Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.