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St Vincent'S - A Prospera Community
1021 N 26th St, Bismarck, ND 58501
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 97 beds, St Vincent'S - A Prospera Community serves Bismarck in Burleigh County, North Dakota and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1978.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the North Dakota median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 4 and quality measures 3.
Inspectors recorded 35 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (20, 12, 3 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 36.1 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 27.1.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $45K.
Reported nurse staffing is 4.1 hours per resident per day (0.7 RN), close to the North Dakota median of 4.4; nursing staff turnover is 42.9%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon and is a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Burleigh Co. median | North Dakota median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 35 | 14 | 13 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 36.1 | 18.1 | 27.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.7 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 42.9% | 42.9% | 50.0% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $44,606 | $35,323 | $9,030 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (5 in the county, 72 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: North Dakota average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 3 Apr 2025, 29 Feb 2024.
Severity mix: G ×3 D ×19 E ×8 F ×4 C ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0605 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | G | Complaint investigation | 10 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | F | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0553 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0637 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0758 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0761 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 3 Apr 2025 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | C | Complaint investigation | 7 May 2025 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | G | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0761 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0693 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Apr 2024 |
| 2 Mar 2023 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | E | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2023 |
| 2 Mar 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2023 |
| 2 Mar 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Apr 2025 | Fine | $23,920 | |
| 29 Feb 2024 | Fine | $20,686 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the North Dakota average. Turnover: nursing staff 42.9%, RNs 33.3%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | North Dakota median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 19.2% | 19.8% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 2.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 6.2% | 4.7% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 2.5% | 0.0% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 16.1% | 16.1% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.5% | 4.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 23.2% | 21.0% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: non-profit, corporation. Legal business name: The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society. Chain: Good Samaritan Society (92 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| Sanford | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| Dtn Staffing Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/2024 |
| Focusone Solutions | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
| Grape Tree Medical Staffing LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2018 |
| Sanford | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Burleigh County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place A Prospera Co | Bismarck | 48 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 27.1 | $16K | 30 Jan 2025 |
| St Gabriel'S Community | Bismarck | 72 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 18.1 | — | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Baptist Health & Rehab | Bismarck | 140 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 10.0 | $35K | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Missouri Slope | Bismarck | 192 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 20 | 10.4 | $39K | 14 May 2026 |
All 5 facilities in Burleigh County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has St Vincent'S - A Prospera Community been cited for?
35 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 3 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The North Dakota median is 13 per facility.
Has St Vincent'S - A Prospera Community been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $45K in the period covered.
How does staffing at St Vincent'S - A Prospera Community compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 4.1 hours per resident per day against a North Dakota median of 4.4 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates St Vincent'S - A Prospera Community?
It is part of the Good Samaritan Society chain. Ownership type is non-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Sanford, The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society and Sanford. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was St Vincent'S - A Prospera Community last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 3 Apr 2025; the most recent standard health survey was 3 Apr 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.