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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.
3/5
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.
The Gardens at St. Gertrudes is a 46-bed faith-based, nonprofit skilled nursing facility that provides short-term rehabilitation, memory care, and extended skilled nursing care. The building maintains an 85% occupancy rate, with operations heavily geared toward brief post-acute recovery stays that result in a 42-day average length of stay. Admissions primarily involve private-pay (61%) and Medicare (29%) clients, who benefit from a direct physical connection to the adjacent St. Francis Regional Medical Center for acute care coordination. Business logs report a net operating loss of $713 thousand, though the provider continues to route 50% of its incoming revenue straight into payroll to maintain private residential apartments and specialized on-site spa facilities.
State health department tracking indicates a highly staffed clinical environment with strong therapeutic resources, despite some mixed quality trends and historical penalties. Direct nursing care averages 4 hours and 16 minutes per resident daily, running 32% ahead of the Minnesota baseline, supported by a large internal therapy team and a low 3.4% reliance on temporary contract labor.
This staffing depth aligns with excellent long-stay safety marks, including below-average rates for resident falls, weight loss, and urinary tract infections. However, permanent resident charts note a 25% higher rate of physical functional decline and elevated usage of antipsychotic medications. On the regulatory side, the property carries a $29,000 federal financial fine and one temporary government payment denial from December 2023, though more recent operational cycles earned regional industry accolades for short-term and long-term care management.
Individuals exploring regional post-acute physical therapy options or connected medical campus layouts can evaluate these public monitoring summaries to analyze the home’s current performance. Since the official records show heavy daily direct staffing hours, low contract labor usage, and strong physical safety marks alongside historical financial penalties and permanent-resident mobility challenges, the data outlines a heavily resourced recovery environment.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 54th 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.
| 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 15m per day | ▲ 16% 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.
| 40m per day | ▲ 6% 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 21m per day | ▼ 6% State avg: 2h 30m 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 56m per day | ▲ 8% State avg: 3h 40m per day · National avg: 3h 27m 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.
| 19m per day | ▲ 302% State avg: 5m 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.
| 59m per day | ▲ 42% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%Minnesota average 6
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Minnesota average 23.2
Minnesota average 3.76
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
27 of 35 citations resulted from standard inspections; 7 of 35 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 35 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
43% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.7
100% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.5
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
6% fewer staff per resident than Minnesota average
0% compared with Minnesota average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
All 33 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
33
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
All 14 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
14
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
All 64 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
64
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
1,778 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 64 | 0 | 64 | 20,290 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 33 | 0 | 33 | 9,224 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 0 | 14 | 5,559 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 12 | 0 | 12 | 2,753 | 89 | 97% | 5.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 16 | 0 | 16 | 2,396 | 89 | 97% | 5.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,083 | 88 | 96% | 6.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,916 | 88 | 96% | 5.7 |
| Dietitian | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,315 | 66 | 72% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,220 | 70 | 76% | 6.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1,031 | 66 | 72% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 768 | 66 | 72% | 6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 760 | 65 | 71% | 6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 468 | 59 | 64% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 465 | 62 | 67% | 6.9 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 89 | 97% | 5.2 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 410 | 42 | 46% | 7.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 244 | 45 | 49% | 5.4 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 174 | 28 | 30% | 6.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 3 | 3% | 10 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 13 | 14% | 1 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2024
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)
34% lower than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: $44K
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 2.0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
130% more payment denials than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 0.4
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
3 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 12, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 14, 2023
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Dec 14, 2023Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.0
17% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 11.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
28.4
25% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 22.6
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
26.2%
38% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 18.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
29.6%
24% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 23.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
29.3%
17% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 25.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.2%
42% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 3.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.6%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
60% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.6%
61% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.3%
24% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.9%
39% worse than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 17.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 97.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.0%
In line with Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 96.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.3%
7% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 88.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
27% better than Minnesota averageMinnesota average: 1.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.1%
13% 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.
29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
61% of new residents, often for short stays.
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
92Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
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.
Historical financial and operational data for The Gardens At St Gertrudes from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on the 2024 CMS SNF Cost Report.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #18 / 85Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th 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.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (61% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 27 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
4.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Shakopee's city center to The Gardens At St Gertrudes's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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| Friendship Village of Bloomington |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bloomington (West Bloomington) | 85
Facility
85
MN AVG
61
Rank
#159 / 532 |
84.7%
Facility
84.7%
MN AVG
79.7%
Rank
#112 / 328 | +6% | 4.76
Facility
4.76
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#34 / 85 | +2% | 0% | $99.5k
Facility
$99.5k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#78 / 86 | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#26 / 86 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#76 / 86 | 1 | 63 | - |
16
Facility
16
MN AVG
43
Rank
#525 / 632 | Jennifer Bever | $33.8M
Facility
$33.8M
MN AVG
$9.9M
Rank
#3 / 85 | $16.5M
Facility
$16.5M
MN AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#6 / 85 | 48.8%
Facility
48.8%
MN AVG
50.7%
Rank
#63 / 85 | 245229 | ||||
| Jones-Harrison Senior Living |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles) | 53
Facility
53
MN AVG
61
Rank
#249 / 532 |
92.5%
Facility
92.5%
MN AVG
79.7%
Rank
#59 / 328 | +16% | 5.11
Facility
5.11
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#24 / 85 | +38% | +7% | $0
Facility
$0
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#1 / 86 | 35
Facility
35
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#61 / 86 | 4.4
Facility
4.4
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#54 / 86 | - | 49 | - |
56
Facility
56
MN AVG
43
Rank
#212 / 632 | Marcia Diracles | $18.9M
Facility
$18.9M
MN AVG
$9.9M
Rank
#25 / 85 | $12.4M
Facility
$12.4M
MN AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#15 / 85 | 65.9%
Facility
65.9%
MN AVG
50.7%
Rank
#14 / 85 | 245460 | ||||
| The Gardens At St Gertrudes |
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. | Shakopee | 46
Facility
46
MN AVG
61
Rank
#269 / 532 |
84.6%
Facility
84.6%
MN AVG
79.7%
Rank
#113 / 328 | +6% | 4.27
Facility
4.27
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#54 / 85 | +23% | -10% | $29.3k
Facility
$29.3k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#60 / 86 | 35
Facility
35
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#61 / 86 | 4.4
Facility
4.4
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#54 / 86 | 2 | 96 | - |
0
Facility
0
MN AVG
43
Rank
#617 / 632 | Mitchell Bauer | $23.9M
Facility
$23.9M
MN AVG
$9.9M
Rank
#14 / 85 | $11.9M
Facility
$11.9M
MN AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#18 / 85 | 49.8%
Facility
49.8%
MN AVG
50.7%
Rank
#62 / 85 | 245610 | ||||
| Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | West St Paul (West Saint Paul) | 140
Facility
140
MN AVG
61
Rank
#44 / 532 |
82.9%
Facility
82.9%
MN AVG
79.7%
Rank
#131 / 328 | +4% | 6.74
Facility
6.74
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#4 / 85 | -3% | +41% | $15.6k
Facility
$15.6k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#58 / 86 | 30
Facility
30
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#53 / 86 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#63 / 86 | 1 | 116 | - |
63
Facility
63
MN AVG
43
Rank
#145 / 632 | Walker Methodist | $12.3M
Facility
$12.3M
MN AVG
$9.9M
Rank
#44 / 85 | $7.1M
Facility
$7.1M
MN AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#42 / 85 | 57.6%
Facility
57.6%
MN AVG
50.7%
Rank
#43 / 85 | 245618 | ||||
| Benedictine Living Community-Duluth |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Duluth (Kenwood) | 96
Facility
96
MN AVG
61
Rank
#131 / 532 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
MN AVG
79.7%
Rank
#1 / 328 | +25% | 3.85
Facility
3.85
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#67 / 85 | -27% | -19% | $0
Facility
$0
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#1 / 86 | 16
Facility
16
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#19 / 86 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#29 / 86 | - | 89 | - |
9
Facility
9
MN AVG
43
Rank
#560 / 632 | Tia Bowe | $32.6M
Facility
$32.6M
MN AVG
$9.9M
Rank
#4 / 85 | $11.3M
Facility
$11.3M
MN AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#20 / 85 | 34.8%
Facility
34.8%
MN AVG
50.7%
Rank
#83 / 85 | 245236 |
The Gardens At St Gertrudes's occupancy is 85%.
The Gardens At St Gertrudes has 46 beds.
Yes — there are 3 photos of The Gardens At St Gertrudes in the photo gallery on this page.
The Gardens At St Gertrudes is located at 1850 Sarazin Street.
(952) 233-4400 will put you in contact with the team at The Gardens At St Gertrudes.
The Gardens At St Gertrudes is in Scott County.
Yes — The Gardens At St Gertrudes is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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