Cura of Sauk Centre
425 N Elm Street · Sauk Centre, MN · 56378 · 3203522221
60 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Cura
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
100% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.02 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.69 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.41 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 100% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026
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 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G April 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F April 10, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected May 14, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2025
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 14, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 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 September 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245341 · certified since August 1, 1986. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.