Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (79% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 9 - 10 months.
Located in Wibaux, Montana, Wibaux County Nursing Home is a 40-bed skilled nursing facility operated by the County of Wibaux. The newly established community accepts Medicaid and private pay, making it accessible to families with varying coverage options. The facility is in a somewhat walkable area. Some errands within walking distance, though most trips require a vehicle.
At 75% occupancy, the home houses 30 residents. Most stay for an average of 392 days, with a stable population of longer-term residents.
The facility’s nurse staffing averages include 3 hours and 46 minutes per resident daily. Residents are also supported by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, and 24-hour staffing. This provides a consistent presence of care for the residents. The home offers a range of services for a skilled nursing setting, including rehabilitation services and respite care. Residents with specialized needs can access secure memory care, end-of-life, and palliative care programs.
The facility has recently been improved with a remodeled dining room designed to accommodate group activities and larger gatherings. Residents have access to a beauty and barber shop, outdoor spaces including a patio and gazebo, and structured activity programming. Dining options include choices and accommodations for different preferences. Residents can receive medications through the facility’s pharmacy delivery service.
Inspection surveys reviewed operational and safety practices, including equipment handling, staff training, resident supervision protocols, environmental cleanliness, and staffing documentation. These areas continue to be examined during inspections for the facility’s improvement.
Wibaux County Nursing Home is administered by Tina Bertelsen.
In Montana, the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division is the state body responsible for inspecting and licensing all senior residential care facilities.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MT Average | vs. MT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 31 | 21 | This facility has 48% more total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (31 vs. MT avg 21).↑ 48% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 10.3 | 7 | This facility has 47% more deficiencies per year than a typical Montana assisted living residence (10.3 vs. MT avg 7).↑ 47% worse |
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Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
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Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
11 of 26 citations resulted from standard inspections; 8 of 26 resulted from complaint investigations; and 7 of 26 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
3,633 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 9 | 15 | 24 | 6,406 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 6 | 11 | 1,733 | 89 | 97% | 9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 555 | 68 | 74% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 51 | 55% | 9.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 2 | 2 | 4 | 315 | 41 | 45% | 7.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 307 | 44 | 48% | 7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 30 | 6 | 7% | 5.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2% | 1.9 |
Includes penalties issued in 2025
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Sep 24, 2025 · $26K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
79% of new residents, often for short stays.
21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Wibaux County Nursing Home from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (79% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 9 - 10 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
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Estimated distance in miles from Wibaux's city center to Wibaux County Nursing Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division.
| Wibaux County Nursing Home | NH AL | Wibaux | - | 40 | - | 30 | - |
| Timbers And Reflections At The Grandview At Benefis | NH AL MC | Great Falls | - | 71 | A+ | 26 | - |
| The Living Centre | NH AL IL | Stevensville (Main Street) | - | 50 | A+ | 38 | - |
Wibaux County Nursing Home has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to MT state health department records, Wibaux County Nursing Home's license number is 12972.
Wibaux County Nursing Home's occupancy is 75%.
Wibaux County Nursing Home is registered as a non-profit in MT.
Tina Bertelsen is the administrator of Wibaux County Nursing Home.
Wibaux County Nursing Home has 40 beds.
Wibaux County Nursing Home is located at 710 South Wibaux St, Wibaux, MT 59353.
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