Dunseith Com Nursing Home

Nursing Home · Dunseith, ND

CMS overall rating 2/5 Abuse citation Government - City

CMS certification number355080
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).

Contact & location

15 1ST ST NE
Dunseith, ND 58329
Rolette County
Phone
(701) 244-5495
ZIP code
58329 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
30
Residents per day
20.5 (68% occupied)
Ownership
Government - City
Legal name
Dunseith Community Nursing Home
Medicare certified since
November 1, 1978
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 3.2
Health inspections★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.9
Staffing★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 4.2
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.7
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
5.50 (state 4.42 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
1.06 (state 0.93 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
1.08 (state 0.52 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
3.35 (state 2.97 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
4.98 (state 3.80 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
56.4 (state 48.8 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
—
Administrators who left
0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
May 29, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
9.0 (state 5.7 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
9
Citations on record (3 years)
31 health · 17 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-12-23 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2026-02-09
2025-12-23 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 2026-01-30
2025-12-23 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-02-09
2025-05-29 Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
F0801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-03
2025-05-29 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 · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-16
2025-05-29 Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
F0868 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-17
2025-05-29 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-17
2025-05-29 Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
F0568 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-18
2025-05-29 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-17
2024-05-02 Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2024-05-02 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
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2024-05-02 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2024-05-02 Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
F0583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2024-05-02 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2024-05-02 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2024-05-02 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2024-05-02 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2024-05-02 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2024-05-02 Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
F0567 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-15
2023-03-23 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 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
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 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.
F0578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 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
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 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 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 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 2023-04-25
2023-03-23 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-04-25

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Fines & penalties

2 penalties in the last three years, including $92,954 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2025-12-23Fine$61,640
2024-05-02Fine$31,314

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
City of Dunseith (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
City of Dunseith (organization)5%+ Security Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Decoteau, Justin (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Selland, Brian (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Azure, Janice (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Gladue, Alva (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Gottbreht, George (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Gunville, Linda (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Strong, Chris (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Decoteau, Justin (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Selland, Brian (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Dunseith Com Nursing Home?

Dunseith Com Nursing Home has a 2-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 North Dakota.

How many beds does Dunseith Com Nursing Home have?

It has 30 certified beds and cares for about 21 residents per day.

Has Dunseith Com Nursing Home been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 2 penalties totaling $92,954 in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Dunseith Com Nursing Home?

(701) 244-5495. The facility is located at 15 1ST ST NE, Dunseith, ND 58329.

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