Essentia Health Virginia Care Cent
901 9th Street North · Virginia, MN · 55792 · 2187499411
40 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Essentia Health Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.64 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.90 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.81 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F March 26, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 29, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected March 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 28, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected March 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245458 · certified since April 1, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.