Boundary Waters Care Center
Scout 100Ely, MN · 42 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Ely's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,400–$13,930/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
The Waterview Woods LLC
601 Grant Avenue, Eveleth, MN 55734 · St. Louis County
25
Use CautionHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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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 low federal rating — review the details closely
The Waterview Woods LLC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Eveleth, MN, with 65 certified beds and an average of about 55 residents per day. It operates as part of the Monarch Healthcare Management 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: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.92 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.32 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $55,269 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 (2.92 hrs/resident/day)
- •15 deficiencies at last survey
- •$55,269 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Eveleth options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 65
- Avg. residents/day
- 55
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Monarch Healthcare Management
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 245277
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 | $10,400–$13,930/mo (median $11,810) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,140–$7,800/mo (median $5,240) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Duluth 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
- 2.92
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.32
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46.2%
- 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)
- 15
- Federal fines
- 3 ($55,269)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-11-20
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (39 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-20Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2025-11-20Severity 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.
2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | Fine | $15,642 |
| 2024-10-24 | Fine | $15,642 |
| 2024-02-08 | Fine | $23,985 |
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
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
601 Grant Avenue, Eveleth, 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 The Waterview Woods LLC
How much does The Waterview Woods LLC cost?
The Waterview Woods LLC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Eveleth, MN area typically runs $10,400–$13,930 per month (median $11,810, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is The Waterview Woods LLC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Waterview Woods LLC 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Waterview Woods LLC?
Staff provide about 2.92 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Waterview Woods LLC?
The Waterview Woods LLC has 39 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Waterview Woods LLC 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 The Waterview Woods LLC offer?
The Waterview Woods LLC in Eveleth, MN offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 65 beds.
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