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.
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.
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 | |
|
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 | |
|
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 | |
|
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 | |
|
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 | |
|
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 |
Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
State average N/A
State average N/A
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).
In line with State averageState average: N/A
In line with State averageState average: N/A
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
0% compared with State averageState average ratio: 0 : 0
0% compared with State averageState average: 0 hours
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 State averageState average: $44K
In line with State averageState 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 State averageState 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 State averageState average: 11.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
28.4
25% worse than State averageState average: 22.6
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
26.2%
38% worse than State averageState average: 18.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
29.6%
24% worse than State averageState average: 23.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
29.3%
17% worse than State averageState average: 25.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.2%
42% better than State averageState average: 3.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.6%
In line with State averageState average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
60% better than State averageState average: 2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.6%
61% better than State averageState average: 4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.3%
24% better than State averageState average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.9%
39% worse than State averageState average: 17.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with State averageState average: 97.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.0%
In line with State averageState average: 96.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.3%
7% better than State averageState average: 88.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
27% better than State averageState average: 1.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.1%
13% better than State averageState 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.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs.
Rank #17 / 84Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 84 homes in Minnesota for Payroll. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay.
Rank #62 / 84Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 84 homes in Minnesota for Payroll %. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Minnesota average. Well-run Minnesota facilities typically land around 62–67% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
Pets Allowed
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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The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.
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The Gardens At St Gertrudes's occupancy is 84.6%.
Yes, The Gardens At St Gertrudes allows residents to bring their pets.
The Gardens At St Gertrudes is registered as a non-profit in MN.
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, Shakopee, MN 55379.
(952) 233-4400 will put you in contact with the team at The Gardens At St Gertrudes.
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