Good Samaritan Society - Jackson

Nursing Home · Jackson, MN

CMS overall rating 4/5 Non profit - Corporation

CMS certification number245455

Contact & location

601 West Jackson
Jackson, MN 56143
Jackson County
Phone
(507) 847-3100
ZIP code
56143 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
46
Residents per day
36.5 (79% occupied)
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Legal name
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
Chain
Good Samaritan Society (92 facilities, avg 3.0★)
Medicare certified since
April 1, 1987
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing care
Part of a continuing care retirement community
Council
Both council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.2
Health inspections★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 4.1
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.1
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 5/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5

Staffing

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

Total nurse staffing
4.07 (state 4.19 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
1.19 (state 1.06 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.58 (state 0.61 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.29 (state 2.52 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.38 (state 3.71 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
30.8 (state 42.2 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
22.2 (state 38.6 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
September 5, 2024
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
3.0 (state 7.0 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
15 health · 15 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2024-09-05 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-08
2024-09-05 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-08
2024-09-05 Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
F0759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-10-08
2024-01-31 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-01
2023-07-20 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-08-25
2023-07-20 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-08-25
2023-07-20 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 2023-08-25
2023-07-20 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-08-25
2021-04-29 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2021-05-28
2021-04-29 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2021-05-28
2021-04-29 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2021-05-28
2021-04-29 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2021-05-28
2021-04-29 Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
F0693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2021-05-28
2021-04-29 Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2021-05-28
2021-04-29 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2021-05-28

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
Sanford (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Kline, Ronald (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Morrison, Tony (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Solheim, Paige (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Brown, George (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Dykhouse, Dana (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Engbrecht, Wesley (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Gassen, William (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Gulsvig, Neil (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Herseth Sandlin, Stephanie (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Lundeen, Mark (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
McCausland, Maureen (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Molbert, Lauris (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
North, Andrew (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Schieffer, Kevin (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Shulkin, David (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Teiken, Brent (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Ventling-Herrmann, Marnie (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Wenzel, Thomas (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Fluit, Joel (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Gassen, William (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Middleton, Aimee (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Olson, Nicholas (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Schema, Nathan (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Kline, Ronald (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Morrison, Tony (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Solheim, Paige (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Good Samaritan Society - Jackson?

Good Samaritan Society - Jackson 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 Good Samaritan Society - Jackson have?

It has 46 certified beds and cares for about 37 residents per day.

Has Good Samaritan Society - Jackson been fined?

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

Who owns Good Samaritan Society - Jackson?

It is part of Good Samaritan Society and is classified as non profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Good Samaritan Society - Jackson?

(507) 847-3100. The facility is located at 601 West Jackson, Jackson, MN 56143.

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