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HomeMinnesotaGood Shepherd Lutheran Home

Good Shepherd Lutheran Home

800 Home Street, Box 747, Rushford, MN 559715078647714
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
65
certified

How Good Shepherd Lutheran Home Compares in Minnesota

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Minnesota. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
MN average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
MN average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
MN average
4.2/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.98 hrs/day
MN average
4.19 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.70 hrs/day
MN average
1.06 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
50.0%
MN average
42.2%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Minnesota average of 3.2/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Minnesota average of 2.9/5.
Reported RN time is 0.70 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 1.06.
Staff turnover is 50.0%, higher than the Minnesota average of 42.2%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Mar 12, 2025
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected May 12, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,019/mo
Minnesota median
Private Room
$13,109/mo
Minnesota median
Fillmore County 65+
4,559
21.5% of county
County Population
21,251
Fillmore County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Home is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Rushford, Minnesota with 65 certified beds. It has been operating since 1986. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
65
Avg Residents/Day
50.2
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 1, 1986
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Fillmore
Last Inspection
May 12, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
4.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (5)

F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: May 12, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0628Minimal Harm

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Survey: May 12, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Feb 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Jan 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Jan 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.51 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.77 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.70 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.98 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.48 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
50.0%
RN Turnover
16.7%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Other
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (26)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
USDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE RURAL DEVELOPMENT5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2024
BENSON, RANDYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
COOK, SONJACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2023
CULHANE, JOHNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
DVORAK, LUANNECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2021
EBNER, WENDYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
HATLEVIG, DEANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
INGRAM, KATHRYNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
PRONK, JUDITHCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
SNYDER, NANCYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2021
ZOELLE-JOHNSON, BARBARACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2023
CULHANE, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
SNYDER, NANCYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2021
SPECE, RHONDACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 12, 2018
ZOELLE-JOHNSON, BARBARACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
COLBENSON, SAMANTHAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 11, 2021
SPECE, RHONDAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 18, 2000
A & H PHARMACIST CONSULTANT SERVICEADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2024
CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLPADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2025
GRAPE TREE MEDICAL STAFFING LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2024
ONESTAFF MEDICALADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2024
PRIME TIME HEALTHCARE LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2024
TRIAGE LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2024
COLBENSON, SAMANTHAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 11, 2021
MODJESKI, NICHOLASADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
SPECE, RHONDAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 12, 2018

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Good Shepherd Lutheran Home and nearby alternatives.

All Minnesota facilities
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home
Rushford, MNCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Valley View Healthcare & Rehab
Houston, MN10.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $26,685
Lake Winona Manor
Winona, MN17.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Tweeten Lutheran Health Care Center
Spring Grove, MN17.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Sauer Health Care
Winona, MN17.9 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Saint Anne Extended Healthcare
Winona, MN18.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $22,757
Whitewater Health Services
St Charles, MN19.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $16,452
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home
Rushford, MN · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Valley View Healthcare & Rehab
Houston, MN
10.0 mi5/54/55/5$26,685
Lake Winona Manor
Winona, MN
17.6 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Tweeten Lutheran Health Care Center
Spring Grove, MN
17.6 mi1/51/51/5None recorded
Sauer Health Care
Winona, MN
17.9 mi1/52/54/5None recorded
Saint Anne Extended Healthcare
Winona, MN
18.1 mi4/54/54/5$22,757
Whitewater Health Services
St Charles, MN
19.3 mi3/53/54/5$16,452

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Good Shepherd Lutheran Home?▾
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Good Shepherd Lutheran Home cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Minnesota is $11,019/month for a semi-private room and $13,109/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Good Shepherd Lutheran Home participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Good Shepherd Lutheran Home had any health inspection violations?▾
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 12, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home?▾
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home provides 3.98 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.70 RN hours, 0.77 LPN hours, and 2.51 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 50.0%.
How many beds does Good Shepherd Lutheran Home have?▾
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home has 65 certified beds with an average of 50.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 77% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Other owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Good Shepherd Lutheran Home?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Minnesota. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.