Good Samaritan Society - Pipestone
1311 North Hiawatha · Pipestone, MN · 56164 · 5078255428
82 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.68 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.70 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.17 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $26,685 |
Inspection citations (14 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J January 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected December 30, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
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 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected June 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F May 21, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected June 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected June 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 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 April 4, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 13, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected May 4, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 13, 2023
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 May 4, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 13, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 5, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| January 7, 2026 | Fine | $26,685 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245591 · certified since December 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.