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Norseland Nursing Home

323 Black River Ave, Westby, WI 54667 · Vernon County

Bethany St. Joseph Corporation provides a variety of services for seniors and those with disabilities including skilled nursing care facilities; physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy; dementia and memory care; adult day care; independent senior housing; and assisted living senior apartments.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 84% full — openings are usually available.

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 Westby

Norseland Nursing Home is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Westby, WI, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 42 residents per day.

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, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.72 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.86 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.72 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Westby, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 50
Avg. residents/day: 42
Ownership: Government - City
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 525619

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$9,330–$12,080/mo (median $10,400)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local La Crosse prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.72; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.86; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 32.6%; 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: 2025-06-19
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-06-19Severity 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.

2025-06-19Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

2025-06-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2024-05-01Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2024-05-01Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-05-01Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

2024-05-01Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

2024-05-01Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

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
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

323 Black River Ave, Westby, WI

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Norseland Nursing Home

How much does Norseland Nursing Home cost?

Norseland Nursing Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Westby, WI area typically runs $9,330–$12,080 per month (median $10,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Norseland Nursing Home's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Norseland Nursing Home 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Norseland Nursing Home?

Staff provide about 3.72 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Norseland Nursing Home?

Norseland Nursing Home has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Norseland Nursing Home have availability?

Typically 84% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Norseland Nursing Home offer?

Norseland Nursing Home in Westby, WI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 50 beds.

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