Good Samaritan Society - Ellsworth Village
1156 Highway 14 · Ellsworth, KS · 67439 · 7854723167
43 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.46 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.98 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 51% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,190 |
Inspection citations (23 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 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 July 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 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 July 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 2, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 2, 2024
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G August 1, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2023
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E September 27, 2021
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected October 25, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 27, 2021
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected October 25, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 27, 2021
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 October 25, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 27, 2021
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected October 25, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 27, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 25, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C September 27, 2021
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 25, 2021 · Nursing and Physician Services
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 1, 2023 | Fine | $8,190 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175231 · certified since November 1, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.