Cerenity Care Center White Bear Lake
1900 Webber Street · White Bear Lake, MN · 55110 · 6512321818
132 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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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: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.11 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.14 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.77 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 28% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $46,330 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Past Non-Compliance · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 28, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected January 28, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected January 28, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 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 January 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 28, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 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 December 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G February 16, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 16, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected March 11, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected October 2, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 2, 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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| February 2, 2026 | Fine | $26,685 |
| February 16, 2024 | Fine | $19,645 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245300 · certified since December 1, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.