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
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre
333 Fifth Street West, Waconia, MN 55387 · Carver County
The Good Samaritan Society - Waconia is committed to providing an unprecedented level of quality service and compassionate care. Request a tour.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (70 of 75 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Waconia, MN, with 75 certified beds and an average of about 70 residents per day. It operates as part of the Good Samaritan Society network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.73 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.15 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $12,649 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.73 hrs/resident/day)
- •15 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Waconia options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 75
- Avg. residents/day
- 70
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Good Samaritan Society
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 245234
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 |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,530–$9,220/mo (median $6,190) | 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
- 3.73
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.15
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 52.9%
- 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)
- 15
- Federal fines
- 1 ($12,649)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (45 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2026-03-26Severity 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
2026-03-26Severity 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.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-06-29 | Fine | $12,649 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Library
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
333 Fifth Street West, Waconia, MN
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre
How much does Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre cost?
Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Waconia, 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 Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre?
Staff provide about 3.73 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre?
Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre has 45 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre have availability?
Typically 93% full (70 of 75 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre offer?
Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acre in Waconia, MN offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 75 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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