Good Samaritan Society - Lakota
608 4th Ave Sw · Lakota, ND · 58344 · 7012472902
38 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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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
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.81 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.02 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.91 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 45% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $74,283 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E June 3, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 3, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 3, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 3, 2025
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 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 3, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 3, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C June 3, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025 · found via complaint
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 February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 14, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F June 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G October 11, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 29, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 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 June 29, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 29, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| June 19, 2024 | Fine | $48,445 |
| October 11, 2023 | Fine | $25,838 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 355104 · certified since April 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.