North Shore Health
515 - 5th Avenue West · Grand Marais, MN · 55604 · 2183873040
37 certified beds Government - Hospital district Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.54 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.80 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.96 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 58% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (7 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C July 31, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 17, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 13, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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 245384 · certified since January 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.