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North Shore Health

515 - 5th Avenue West, Grand Marais, MN 556042183873040
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
37
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 5/5 stars (above average)

• Has 37 certified beds with an average of 28 residents per day (76% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 4 deficiencies (inspected Jul 31, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.34 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 62.2% (high)

North Shore Health is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Grand Marais, Minnesota with 37 certified beds. It has been operating since 1987. The facility scored above average compared to Minnesota facilities.

Beds
37
Avg Residents/Day
28
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
Yes
First Approved
Jan 1, 1987
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Cook
Last Inspection
Jul 31, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
14.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (7)

F0628Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Minimal Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Aug 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 17, 2023Corrected: 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 Aide2.27 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.36 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.71 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.34 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.80 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
62.2%
RN Turnover
45.5%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - Hospital district
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
COOK COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 1987
WRAALSTAD, KIMBEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 23, 2010
HANSEN, CATHERINECONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 1, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for North Shore Health?▾
North Shore Health has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has North Shore Health had any health inspection violations?▾
North Shore Health had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 31, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at North Shore Health?▾
North Shore Health provides 4.34 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.71 RN hours, 0.36 LPN hours, and 2.27 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 62.2%.
How many beds does North Shore Health have?▾
North Shore Health has 37 certified beds with an average of 28 residents per day, resulting in approximately 76% occupancy. The facility is Government - Hospital district owned.