ST LUKE LIVING CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
St. Luke Living Center in Marion, Kansas, has a Trust Grade of B, indicating a good reputation and solid choice for families considering care options. It ranks #92 out of 295 facilities statewide, placing it in the top half of Kansas nursing homes, although it is #4 out of 5 in Marion County, suggesting limited local choices. However, the facility is experiencing a worsening trend, with issues increasing from 4 in 2022 to 11 in 2024. Staffing is a strong point, earning a perfect 5/5 rating with a low turnover rate of 29%, which is significantly better than the state average. On the downside, the facility has faced concerns related to food safety and infection control, including unsanitary food preparation areas and inadequate infection monitoring protocols, which are critical for resident health. Despite these weaknesses, the absence of any fines and excellent RN coverage are positive aspects to consider.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Kansas
- #92/295
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 29% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 19 points below Kansas's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Kansas facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 78 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Kansas nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 24 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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Low Staff Turnover (29%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (29%)
19 points below Kansas average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Kansas's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 24 deficiencies on record
Feb 2024
11 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility reported a census of 29 residents with 14 residents sampled, including one resident reviewed for dignity. Based on ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility reported a census of 29 residents, with 14 residents sampled. Based on observation, interview and record review, th...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility reported a census of 29 residents with 14 residents included in the sample. Based on observation, record review, an...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility reported a census of 29 residents with 14 selected for review, which included two residents reviewed for activities...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility reported a census of 29 residents with 14 residents selected for review, which included two residents reviewed for ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Antibiotic Stewardship
(Tag F0881)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility reported a census of 29 residents with 14 residents selected for review. Based on observation, interview, and recor...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0883
(Tag F0883)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure one Residents (R)13 was offered the influenza vaccine.
Findings included:
- Review o...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure foods were stored, prepared, and distributed in a manner to prevent fo...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Staffing Data
(Tag F0851)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. Based on interview and record review the facility failed to electronically submit to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) with complete and ...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain an infection prevention and control program to proactively monitor infections in t...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to post the Direct Care Staff Nursing Hours in a manner to reflect the scheduled hours and act...
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Jun 2022
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Assessments
(Tag F0636)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility reported a census of 19 residents with eight residents included in the sample. Based on observation, interview and ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
The facility reported a census of 19 residents. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide housekeeping and maintenance services to maintain a sanitary, orderly,...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0730
(Tag F0730)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility reported a census of 19 residents. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide direct care...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
The facility reported a census of 19 residents. Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to store food under sanitary conditions to prevent the spread of food borne illne...
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Oct 2020
9 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. The sample included 13 residents. Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility staff failed to remove fentanyl patches (a narcotic/op...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. The sample included 13 residents, with six residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. Based on observation, interview, and record review the facili...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. The sample included 13 residents, with 6 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. The sample included 13 residents, with two reviewed for pressure injury. Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to provid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility identified a census of 29 residents with 13 residents sampled, including 6 residents reviewed for unnecessary medic...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility identified a census of 29 residents with 13 residents sampled, including six residents reviewed for unnecessary med...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** - The Annual Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documented Resident (R) 22 admitted to the facility on [DATE]. The MDS reveal...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility reported a census of 29 residents with 13 residents sampled, including five residents reviewed for accidents. Based...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0923
(Tag F0923)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
The facility reported a census of 29 residents. Based on observation and interview. The facility failed to have a working ventilation in the beauty shop.
Findings included:
- On 10/13/2020 at 09:27 A...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Kansas facilities.
- • 29% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 19 points below Kansas's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • 24 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is St Luke Living Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ST LUKE LIVING CENTER an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Kansas, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is St Luke Living Center Staffed?
CMS rates ST LUKE LIVING CENTER's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 29%, compared to the Kansas average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at St Luke Living Center?
State health inspectors documented 24 deficiencies at ST LUKE LIVING CENTER during 2020 to 2024. These included: 23 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates St Luke Living Center?
ST LUKE LIVING CENTER is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 32 certified beds and approximately 23 residents (about 72% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in MARION, Kansas.
How Does St Luke Living Center Compare to Other Kansas Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Kansas, ST LUKE LIVING CENTER's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (29%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting St Luke Living Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is St Luke Living Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ST LUKE LIVING CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Kansas. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at St Luke Living Center Stick Around?
Staff at ST LUKE LIVING CENTER tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 29%, the facility is 17 percentage points below the Kansas average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly.
Was St Luke Living Center Ever Fined?
ST LUKE LIVING CENTER has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is St Luke Living Center on Any Federal Watch List?
ST LUKE LIVING CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.