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HomeNorth DakotaSouris Valley Care Center

Souris Valley Care Center

300 Main St S, Velva, ND 587907013382072
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
1/5
Beds
46
certified
Special Focus Facility: SFF Candidate
4 fine(s) totaling $175,053

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 1/5 stars (below average)

• Has 46 certified beds with an average of 39.6 residents per day (86% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 7 deficiencies (inspected Apr 24, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $175,053 across 4 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.20 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 62.5% (high)

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. The facility scored below average compared to North Dakota facilities.

Beds
46
Avg Residents/Day
39.6
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)
7
Weighted Score
157.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (25)

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
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
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
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
F0880Immediate Jeopardy

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Aug 27, 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
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
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
F0697Actual Harm

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

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
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
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
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
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
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 Aide2.44 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.28 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.47 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.20 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total2.79 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
62.5%
RN Turnover
66.7%
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
THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ASep 1, 1991
FINNESETH, ALVINOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2012
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

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.
Has Souris Valley Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Souris Valley Care Center had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 24, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $175,053 across 4 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Souris Valley Care Center?▾
Souris Valley Care Center provides 3.20 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.47 RN hours, 0.28 LPN hours, and 2.44 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 62.5%.
How many beds does Souris Valley Care Center have?▾
Souris Valley Care Center has 46 certified beds with an average of 39.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 86% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.