Fairview University Trans Serv
Scout 100Minneapolis, MN · 28 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Minneapolis's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,280–$16,450/mo
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Ecumen North Branch
5379 -383RD Street, North Branch, MN 55056 · Chisago County
Senior living at Ecumen North Branch. Feel at home with personalized care plans, activity programs and a continuum of care.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (47 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in North Branch
Ecumen North Branch is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in North Branch, MN, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 47 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ecumen network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.34 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.07 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.34 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •High staff turnover (66.2%)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in North Branch, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 50
- Avg. residents/day
- 47
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Ecumen
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 245370
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $12,280–$16,450/mo (median $13,940) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Minneapolis prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.34
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.07
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 66.2%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 3
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (14 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-07-24Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
2024-08-09Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-08-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2024-08-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2024-08-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2024-08-09Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
Location
5379 -383RD Street, North Branch, MN
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Ecumen North Branch
How much does Ecumen North Branch cost?
Ecumen North Branch does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the North Branch, MN area typically runs $12,280–$16,450 per month (median $13,940, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Ecumen North Branch's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Ecumen North Branch 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Ecumen North Branch?
Staff provide about 4.34 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Ecumen North Branch?
Ecumen North Branch has 14 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Ecumen North Branch have availability?
Typically 95% full (47 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Ecumen North Branch offer?
Ecumen North Branch in North Branch, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 50 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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