Total health inspections
8
Minnesota average 6
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Good Samaritan Society Waconia
CMS overall rating
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Good Samaritan Society Waconia
CMS overall rating
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Good Samaritan Society Waconia accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Good Samaritan Society Waconia
Good Samaritan Society Waconia is a 130-bed nonprofit skilled nursing facility in Waconia, Minnesota, offering long-term care, assisted living, rehabilitation therapy, and memory care services in Carver County. It is operated by Emily Henderson on behalf of a church-affiliated organization. With a starting price of $6,130 per month, it accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
CMS rates the facility 1 star overall — 72.4% below the Minnesota average — driven primarily by health inspection performance, which ranks 59th out of 86 Minnesota skilled nursing facilities. Across 8 inspections since 2022, the facility has received 34 citations, 18 of which stemmed from complaint investigations. Six citations involved abuse, neglect, or exploitation, including multiple moderate findings from May 2025. A $13,000 civil money penalty was assessed in June 2023. Quality measures, by contrast, are 17% above the state average.
Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident per day, below Minnesota’s average of 5 hours and 7 minutes, though RN staffing averages 14% above the state benchmark, and weekend RN staffing is 20% higher than average.
The facility’s occupancy rate is 91%, well above the state’s 79.7%, signaling consistent demand. Other amenities include a bistro coffee area, a courtyard, and a wellness center staffed 24 hours.
While Good Samaritan Society Waconia may appeal to families seeking memory care services and a nonprofit setting in Carver County, its inspection history, abuse-related citations, and lower overall CMS rating warrant careful review before making a placement decision.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 57th out of 85 homes in Minnesota for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 57th out of 85 homes in Minnesota for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 15m per day
Rank #57 / 85Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 57th out of 85 homes in Minnesota. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Minnesota average, with a ranking across 85 Minnesota facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Minnesota avg
-17%
Standout metric
Registered Nurse (RN) is +8% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 9m per day | ▲ 8% State avg: 1h 4m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 28m per day | ▼ 25% State avg: 37m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 7m per day | ▼ 17% State avg: 2h 33m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 19m per day | ▼ 10% State avg: 3h 41m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 4m per day | ▼ 9% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 44m per day | ▲ 8% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy rate
90.7%
Rank #69 / 328Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 69th out of 328 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 328. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
50 days
130-bed community Rank #60 / 532Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 532 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #159 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 159th out of 632 homes in Minnesota. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyCarver
CMS Certification Number245234
Safety FeaturesControlled security access.
Rehabilitation Services
24-Hour Staffing
Minimum Age55
HousekeepingYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Library
Fitness Center
Community Room
Fireside Room
Bistro Coffee Area
Chapel
Courtyard
Garden Plots
Hair Salon
Hobby And Craft Room
Market
Meeting And Banquet Accommodations
Wellness Center
Screened-In Porch
ActivitiesResidents can participate in various activities including health and wellness classes, gardening, and arts and crafts.
Specific ProgramsHome-based Services, Caregiver Support
Religious ServicesYes
Starting Price$1,431 - $6,130 per month
Food DescriptionMeals are provided in a spacious dining room with a variety of options.
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.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
46 deficiencies
6 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Minnesota state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (360% above)
• Deficiencies per year (364% above)
• Total inspections (500% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (23% below)
• Total deficiencies (360% above)
• Deficiencies per year (364% above)
• Total inspections (500% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (23% below)
Latest Inspection
October 17, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 46 | 10 | This facility has 360% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota nursing home (46 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 360% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 15.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 364% more deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota nursing home (15.3 vs. MN avg 3.3).↑ 364% worse |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 7.7 | 10 | This facility has 23% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota nursing home (7.7 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 23% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 6 | 1 | This facility has 500% more total inspections than a typical Minnesota nursing home (6 vs. MN avg 1).↑ 500% worse |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
34
Rank #59 / 86Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 59th out of 86 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Minnesota State average, with a ranking across all 86 MN facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Minnesota average 23.2
Citations per inspection
4.25
Rank #53 / 86Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 86 homes in Minnesota. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Minnesota mean across 86 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Minnesota average 3.76
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
16 of 34 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 18 of 34 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
1
43% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.7
Serious health citations
2
300% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.5
Citations history (last 4 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
May 27, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
May 27, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
May 27, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
May 27, 2025
Corrected
Lawsuit overview for Good Samaritan Society Waconia
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Total Cases
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
4
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
4
Lawsuits
Total lawsuits on record, broken down by case type. Distinguishes lawsuits from other court filings such as probate documents.
0
No legal actions found
Total lawsuits on record, broken down by case type. Distinguishes lawsuits from other court filings such as probate documents.
0
No legal actions foundStaffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
103
Employees
101
Contractors
2
Staff to resident ratio
1.45 : 1
34% fewer staff per resident than Minnesota average
Avg staff/day
36
Average shift
8.3 hours
11% better than Minnesota average
Total staff hours (quarter)
27,543
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
All 18 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
18
All 18 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
18
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursLicensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
All 8 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
8
All 8 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.8 hoursCertified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
All 46 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
46
All 46 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
46
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursContractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
1%
266 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 46 | 0 | 46 | 10,559 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 5,978 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,982 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,972 | 91 | 99% | 10.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 888 | 73 | 79% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 790 | 81 | 88% | 4.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 0 | 3 | 570 | 60 | 65% | 8.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 62 | 67% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 450 | 61 | 66% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 389 | 59 | 64% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 346 | 59 | 64% | 5.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 309 | 51 | 55% | 6.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 242 | 43 | 47% | 5.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 61 | 6 | 7% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 2 | 2% | 11.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 3% | 4.5 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1% | 2.3 |
46 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
18 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
8 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
99%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
79%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
88%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Administrator
% of Days
68%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
67%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
66%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
64%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
64%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
55%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
47%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
7%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
2%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
1%
Penalties and fines
Includes penalties issued in 2023
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)
Total fines amount
$13K Rank #46 / 86Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 46th out of 86 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Minnesota average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 86 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
72% lower than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: $44K
Number of fines
1
50% fewer fines than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.4
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$13K
Minnesota average
$44K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Jun 29, 2023 · $13K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 29, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 29, 2023
$13K
Last updated: Jan 2026
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.
10.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.7
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 11.1
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
24.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
24.0
6% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 22.6
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
20.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
20.0%
6% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 18.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.5%
22% better 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
33.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
33.4%
34% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 25.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.7%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.7%
26% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.7%
41% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.8%
151% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.6%
37% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.4%
25% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
8.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
8.4%
51% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 17.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 97.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.0%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 96.0%
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
89.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.0%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 88.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.3%
20% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.3%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 82.6%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
14.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
14.9%
35% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 23.1%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.4%
33% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 14.0%
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 Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
65.2%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
65.2%
21% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
62.2%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
62.2%
23% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
20 days
Private pay
63% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Medicaid
9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
7 - 8 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
71
Medicare
5
7% of residents
Medicaid
27
38% of residents
Private pay or other
39
54.9% of residents
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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Good Samaritan Society Waconia based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
90.7%
↑ 9.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
$562.4K
↑ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7.4M
↓ ~$460.5K vs 2022
Profit Margin
3.5%
↑ 9.6pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$16.3M
Surplus of revenue
$562.4K
Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$16.3M Rank #31 / 85Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 85 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Minnesota average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$562.4K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #41 / 85Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 85 homes in Minnesota. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Minnesota average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$7.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #41 / 85Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 85 homes in Minnesota. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Minnesota average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$15.6M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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| Good Samaritan Society Waconia |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Waconia | 130
Facility
130
MN AVG
61
Rank
#60 / 532 | - | - | 4.25
Facility
4.25
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#57 / 85 | +23% | -11% | $12.6k
Facility
$12.6k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#46 / 86 | 34
Facility
34
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#59 / 86 | 4.3
Facility
4.3
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#53 / 86 | 3 | 70 |
61
Facility
61
MN AVG
43
Rank
#159 / 632 | Emily Henderson | $16.3M
Facility
$16.3M
MN AVG
$9.9M
Rank
#31 / 85 | $7.4M
Facility
$7.4M
MN AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#41 / 85 | 45.3%
Facility
45.3%
MN AVG
50.7%
Rank
#73 / 85 | 245234 | ||||
| Auburn Meadows LLC |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Waconia | 75
Facility
75
MN AVG
61
Rank
#184 / 532 | - | - | 4.69
Facility
4.69
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#40 / 85 | -13% | -2% | $15.9k
Facility
$15.9k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#53 / 86 | 31
Facility
31
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#54 / 86 | 10.3
Facility
10.3
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#85 / 86 | 1 | 35 |
61
Facility
61
MN AVG
43
Rank
#159 / 632 | Amy Gohdes-Luhman | $4.8M
Facility
$4.8M
MN AVG
$9.9M
Rank
#76 / 85 | $3.2M
Facility
$3.2M
MN AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#76 / 85 | 67.4%
Facility
67.4%
MN AVG
50.7%
Rank
#11 / 85 | 245583 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Good Samaritan Society Waconia
Is Good Samaritan Society Waconia in a walkable area?
Good Samaritan Society Waconia has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Does Good Samaritan Society Waconia have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Good Samaritan Society Waconia on this page.
How many beds does Good Samaritan Society Waconia have?
Good Samaritan Society Waconia has 130 beds.
Are there photos of Good Samaritan Society Waconia?
Yes — there are 10 photos of Good Samaritan Society Waconia in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Good Samaritan Society Waconia?
Good Samaritan Society Waconia is located at 433 5th Street West.
What is the phone number of Good Samaritan Society Waconia?
(952) 442-7129 will put you in contact with the team at Good Samaritan Society Waconia.
What county is Good Samaritan Society Waconia located in?
Good Samaritan Society Waconia is in Carver County.
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