Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center
5211 Highway 110 · Aurora, MN · 55705 · 2182292211
33 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Essentia Health Hospital-based
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.60 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.01 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.90 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 20% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (5 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2023
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 December 4, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 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 December 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F October 25, 2023
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected December 4, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected December 4, 2023 · Infection Control
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245469 · certified since April 1, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.