Souris Valley Care Center
Nursing Home · Velva, ND
CMS certification number355109
CMS lists this nursing home as a Special Focus Facility candidate – one of the lowest-performing nursing homes in its state based on inspection history.
Contact & location
300 Main ST SVelva, ND 58790
Mchenry County
- Phone
- (701) 338-2072
- ZIP code
- 58790 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 46
- Residents per day
- 40.3 (88% occupied)
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Souris Valley Care Center, INC.
- Chain
- Good Samaritan Society (92 facilities, avg 3.0★)
- Medicare certified since
- September 1, 1991
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.42 (state 4.42 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.48 (state 0.93 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.34 (state 0.52 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.59 (state 2.97 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 2.97 (state 3.80 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 63.4 (state 48.8 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 71.4 (state 40.3 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- June 11, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 11.0 (state 5.7 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 7
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 28 health · 1 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-11 | 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 |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-07 |
| 2026-06-11 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-07-10 |
| 2026-06-11 | 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 |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-07-10 |
| 2026-06-11 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-07-10 |
| 2026-06-11 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-07-10 |
| 2026-04-08 | 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 |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-05-08 |
| 2026-01-07 | 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 · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2026-01-07 | 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 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-11-20 | 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 · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2025-12-26 |
| 2025-11-20 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-12-26 |
| 2025-11-20 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-12-26 |
| 2025-04-24 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2025-05-15 |
| 2025-04-24 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-15 |
| 2025-04-24 | 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 · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-15 |
| 2025-04-24 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-15 |
| 2024-08-27 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2024-08-19 |
| 2024-04-17 | 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 · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. F0697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | 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 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. F0557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | 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 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | 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 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | 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 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | 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 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-04-17 | 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 2024-05-15 |
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
4 penalties in the last three years, including $175,053 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-20 | Fine | $107,150 |
| 2025-04-24 | Fine | $26,761 |
| 2024-08-27 | Fine | $8,824 |
| 2024-04-17 | Fine | $32,318 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Davis, Mary Liz (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Finneseth, Alvin (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Flaherty, Dan (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Heisler, Valerie (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kramer, David (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Lee, Larry (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Thom, Bonnie (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Finneseth, Alvin (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 Souris Valley Care Center?
Souris Valley Care Center has a 1-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 Souris Valley Care Center have?
It has 46 certified beds and cares for about 40 residents per day.
Has Souris Valley Care Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 4 penalties totaling $175,053 in the last three years.
Who owns Souris Valley Care Center?
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 Souris Valley Care Center?
(701) 338-2072. The facility is located at 300 Main ST S, Velva, ND 58790.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.