Total health inspections
3
North Dakota average 4.2
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Nursing Home
SMP Health – St. Catherine South
Smp Health – St. Catherine South is a dedicated team of Catholic healthcare professionals with an impressive legacy spanning over 45 years. Sponsored by the Sisters of Mary of the Presentation, this institution embodies steadfast values and a commitment to delivering exceptional nursing home services, including skilled nursing and physical care.
Here, community ties run deep, fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. This strong sense of camaraderie extends to their comprehensive range of offerings, encompassing rehabilitation services and adult daycare. With a profound focus on maintaining genuine relationships within the community, this institution is more than just a healthcare provider—it’s a cornerstone of support. For those seeking long-term nursing home services or looking for a place within long-term care facilities, Smp Health – St. Catherine South also stands as a reliable haven, adapting its care to meet the evolving needs of residents.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
91
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
93.8%
Residents per day (avg)
88
Occupancy rate
93.8%
Residents per day (avg)
88
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
67% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
29% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Medicaid
4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
7 - 8 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$15.0M
Surplus of revenue
$888.5K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$14,973,805.00
Surplus of revenue
$888,488.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.1M
Types of Care at SMP Health – St. Catherine South
Nursing Home
Memory Care
Hospice Care
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
10
Citations per inspection
3.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 10 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 0.5
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 1
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
9 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Jun 12, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation
Jun 12, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Jun 13, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Jun 13, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Memory Care around Fargo
The information below is reported by the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Division.
SMP Health – St. Catherine South
+3%
+13%
+7%
HC
Hospice Care
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Fargo (Lincoln)
91
-
67
-
93.8%
$14,232,360.00
$7,887,656.00
55.4%
87.50
5.8268
10
-
+3%+13%+7%-
Bethany Retirement Living
-51%
+6%
+12%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Fargo (Jefferson)
172
B-
75
AMERICAN LUTHERAN HOMES INC
98.3%
$29,373,523.00
$15,800,402.00
53.8%
164.30
5.4553
9
1
-51%+6%+12%-
Edgewood Fargo
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Fargo (Points West)
70
-
40
Edgewood Fargo Sr Living LLC
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Elim Health Care Center
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Fargo (River Drive)
-
-
52
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Pioneer House Assisted Living
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Fargo (River Drive)
-
-
27
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
SMP Health – St. Catherine South
Type of care:
HC
MC
SNF
Community:
Fargo (Lincoln)
Bed Count:
91
CCN:
355079
Occupancy:
93.8%
Home Revenue:
$14,232,360.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,887,656.00
Payroll %:
55.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
87.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.8268
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
10
RN share vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+13%
+13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Bethany Retirement Living
Type of care:
SNF
AL
IL
MC
Community:
Fargo (Jefferson)
Bed Count:
172
Operator:
AMERICAN LUTHERAN HOMES INC
CCN:
355086
Occupancy:
98.3%
Home Revenue:
$29,373,523.00
Payroll Costs:
$15,800,402.00
Payroll %:
53.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
164.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.4553
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
9
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-51%
-51%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+12%
+12%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
165
Total Staff
141
Employees
24
Contractors
49,104
Total Hours (Quarter)
70
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 22 | 8.4 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 8.3 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 76 | 7.9 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
128 staff
8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
22 staff
4.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
3.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
5 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
4.1%
of total hours from contractors
2,000 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 6
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Administrator: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 76 | 0 | 76 | 27,071 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 22 | 0 | 22 | 7,142 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 0 | 21 | 6,809 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,511 | 90 | 99% | 7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,340 | 72 | 79% | 7.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 956 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 854 | 77 | 85% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 521 | 73 | 80% | 3.8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 502 | 61 | 67% | 8.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 62 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 480 | 66 | 73% | 5.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 428 | 54 | 59% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 307 | 63 | 69% | 3.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 6 | 6 | 289 | 59 | 65% | 3.7 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 224 | 33 | 36% | 6.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 137 | 42 | 46% | 3.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 6 | 7% | 6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 5% | 1.1 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
86 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
8 residents (9.3%)
Medicaid
47 residents (54.7%)
Private pay or other
31 residents (36%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.0
5% worse than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 11.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.5
20% worse than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 22.0
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.1%
11% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 20.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.6%
34% worse than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 20.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
33.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
33.9%
36% worse than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 25.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.3%
14% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 5.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.1%
9% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 5.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.3%
63% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 3.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.9%
13% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 5.7%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.3%
71% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
18.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
18.1%
16% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 21.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.5%
In line with North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 98.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 98.8%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.86
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.86
26% worse than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 1.48
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.04
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.04
45% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 1.90
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.3%
In line with North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 94.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.7%
17% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 2.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
8% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 88.6%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
26.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
26.3%
26% worse than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 20.9%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.6%
47% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 10.6%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
36.2%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
36.2%
33% worse than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
46.1%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
46.1%
9% worse than North Dakota averageNorth Dakota average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for SMP Health – St. Catherine South based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
93.8%
↑ 5.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
$888,488
↑ ~$1.1M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$9,564,683
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Profit Margin
6.2%
↑ 8.3pp vs 2022
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