Facility type
Assisted Living
Status
Approved For Dementia Care
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Assisted Living Home
Ecumen North Branch
Ecumen North Branch is a warm and welcoming nonprofit community located in North Branch, Minnesota. It offers a range of services including Assisted Living, Memory Care, and short-term Rehabilitation. The community is designed to provide a comfortable and enriching lifestyle for its 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.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
85
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
42.3%
Residents per day (avg)
46
Occupancy rate
42.3%
Residents per day (avg)
46
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
23 days
Private pay
72% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
7 - 8 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$10.8M
Operating deficit
-$1.1M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$10,771,724.00
Operating deficit
$-1,143,323.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.3M
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.
$7.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.9M
85-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
License details
County:
Chisago
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
245370
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Branded Programs
Ecumen Awakenings™
Specific Programs
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Rehab & Therapy, Care Center, Programs
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Nutritious meals served in an intimate dining room with staff on hand to provide assistance and support.
Meal Schedule
Three meals served restaurant-style every day.
Inspection History
In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.
Latest inspection
Date:October 17, 2025
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
4
State average 6
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Total health citations
14
Citations per inspection
3.5
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
13 of 14 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 14 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.5
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
13 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Jul 24, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Jul 24, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights minor citation
Jul 24, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Aug 09, 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 Assisted Living around Minnesota
The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.
Ecumen North Branch
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MN 55056
67
No
-
-
Brookdale West St. Paul
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.
West Saint Paul
20
No
-
41
Brookdale Winona
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Winona
20
Yes
A+
67
Brookdale Willmar
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Willmar
20
No
-
57
Brookdale Faribault
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Faribault
20
No
-
19
Living Spaces & Floor Plans
Almelund Floorplan
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
156
Total Staff
97
Employees
59
Contractors
22,831
Total Hours (Quarter)
36
Avg Staff/Day
7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 24 | 6.6 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 8 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 85 | 7.1 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
129 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
17 staff
6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
1.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
20%
of total hours from contractors
4,573 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 9
Certified Nursing Assistant: 34
Registered Nurse: 14
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 34 | 85 | 10,882 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 9 | 17 | 3,493 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 14 | 24 | 2,336 | 91 | 100% | 6.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,400 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 911 | 75 | 82% | 7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 681 | 64 | 70% | 6.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 477 | 68 | 75% | 6.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 457 | 51 | 56% | 8.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 451 | 66 | 73% | 6.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 238 | 60 | 66% | 4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 199 | 61 | 67% | 3.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 136 | 27 | 30% | 5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 96 | 12 | 13% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 81 | 47 | 52% | 1.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 3% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 21 | 3 | 3% | 7 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
45 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
12 residents (26.7%)
Medicaid
10 residents (22.2%)
Private pay or other
23 residents (51.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
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.
16.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
16.3
46% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 11.1
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
28.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
28.5
26% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 22.6
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.3%
12% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 18.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
33.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
33.3%
40% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 23.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.0%
24% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 25.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
7.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
7.0%
88% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
17.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
17.8%
226% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.8%
5% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.9%
53% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.2%
19% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.4%
22% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 17.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 97.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.1%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 96.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
10% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 88.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.9%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.9%
10% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 82.6%
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 Ecumen North Branch based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
42.3%
↓ 5.2pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1,143,323
↓ ~$44K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,789,218
↑ ~$525K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-18.8%
↑ 2.8pp vs 2022
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