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HomeNorth DakotaSouris Valley Care Center

Souris Valley Care Center

300 Main St S, Velva, ND 587907013382072WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.8on Google(4 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
1/5
Beds
46
certified
Special Focus Facility: SFF Candidate
4 fine(s) totaling $175,053

How Souris Valley Care Center Compares in North Dakota

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

CMS overall rating
1/5
ND average
3.2/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
1/5
ND average
2.9/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
2/5
ND average
4.2/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.42 hrs/day
ND average
4.42 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.48 hrs/day
ND average
0.93 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
63.4%
ND average
48.8%
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 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the North Dakota average of 3.2/5.
Its 1/5 health inspection rating is below the North Dakota average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.42 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 4.42.
Reported RN time is 0.48 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.93.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
13
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 17, 2024
Most recent cycle
10
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 24, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer deficiency citations 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
North Dakota median
Private Room
$11,932/mo
North Dakota median
Mchenry County 65+
1,149
21.6% of county
County Population
5,326
Mchenry County

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

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Souris Valley Care Center is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Velva, North Dakota with 46 certified beds. It has been operating since 1991. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
46
Avg Residents/Day
40.3
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 1, 1991
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Mchenry
Last Inspection
Apr 24, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10
Weighted Score
164.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (28)

F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Apr 8, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Jan 7, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Jan 7, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Immediate Jeopardy

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Apr 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Apr 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Actual Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Aug 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0697Actual Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0557Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0883Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: May 25, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0582Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 25, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: May 25, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: May 25, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 25, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$175,053
Number of Fines
4
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
4

Penalty History

FineAug 27, 2024
$8,824
FineApr 24, 2025
$26,761
FineApr 17, 2024
$32,318
FineNov 20, 2025
$107,150

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

Nurse Aide2.59 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.34 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.48 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.42 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.97 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
63.4%
RN Turnover
71.4%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (9)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
DAVIS, MARY LIZCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 28, 2014
FINNESETH, ALVINCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 28, 2014
FLAHERTY, DANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 28, 2014
HEISLER, VALERIECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 28, 2014
KRAMER, DAVIDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 28, 2014
LEE, LARRYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 28, 2014
THOM, BONNIECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 28, 2014
THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ASep 1, 1991
FINNESETH, ALVINOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2012

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Souris Valley Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All North Dakota facilities
Souris Valley Care Center
Velva, NDCurrent facility
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $175,053
Minot Health and Rehab, LLC
Minot, ND20.7 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $39,212
Trinity Homes
Minot, ND21.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $75,611
Benedictine Living Center of Garrison
Garrison, ND35.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $8,278
Garrison Mem Hosp Nsg Fac
Garrison, ND35.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Smp Health - St Aloisius
Harvey, ND50.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau
Bottineau, ND57.9 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $110,247
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Souris Valley Care Center
Velva, ND · Current facility
—1/51/52/5$175,053
Minot Health and Rehab, LLC
Minot, ND
20.7 mi1/52/53/5$39,212
Trinity Homes
Minot, ND
21.2 mi1/51/54/5$75,611
Benedictine Living Center of Garrison
Garrison, ND
35.4 mi3/53/53/5$8,278
Garrison Mem Hosp Nsg Fac
Garrison, ND
35.7 mi2/52/54/5None recorded
Smp Health - St Aloisius
Harvey, ND
50.2 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau
Bottineau, ND
57.9 mi1/51/54/5$110,247

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 Souris Valley Care Center?▾
Souris Valley Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 1/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Souris Valley Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in North Dakota is $11,019/month for a semi-private room and $11,932/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Souris Valley Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Souris Valley Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Souris Valley Care Center had 10 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 24, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 4 fine(s) totaling $175,053.
What are the staffing levels at Souris Valley Care Center?▾
Souris Valley Care Center provides 3.42 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.48 RN hours, 0.34 LPN hours, and 2.59 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 63.4%.
How many beds does Souris Valley Care Center have?▾
Souris Valley Care Center has 46 certified beds with an average of 40.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Good Samaritan Society chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Souris Valley Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in North Dakota. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Souris Valley Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Souris Valley Care Center has a rating of 3.8 out of 5 based on 4 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.

Part of Good Samaritan Society

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