Nursing Homes in Fertile, Minnesota
Fertile has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 42 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Minnesota's state average of 3.2 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.18 vs state
Total Beds
42
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
29 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Fertile
Fair Meadow Nursing Home
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About Nursing Home Care in Fertile
Fertile, MN, has a limited nursing home market that families need to navigate carefully. The standout is Fertile Care Center, which holds a clean record with zero fines and is well-staffed. However, while this facility is commendable, the overall options for nursing home care in Fertile are limited and not particularly strong. If you're exploring care options for your loved one, consider that this market may not provide the best alternatives.
When researching specific facilities, Fertile Care Center is the only option available locally. Its key strength lies in its clean record, having not faced any fines in the past three years. This is an encouraging sign for families, but it’s essential to weigh this against the overall lack of choices. If you're looking for more robust options, consider facilities in nearby cities like East Grand Forks or Thief River Falls, where there may be more alternatives available.
Fortunately, there are no facilities in Fertile that have major red flags, such as significant fines or abuse citations, so families don’t need to worry about skipping any particular facility due to severe issues. However, always keep a critical eye during visits—watch for cleanliness and the interactions between staff and residents. A practical tip: make unannounced visits to get a true sense of daily operations and care standards at any facility you consider.
Fertile at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Fertile is stable
Questions Fertile Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Fertile avg is 0.48 hrs (29 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Fertile facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Fertile, Minnesota
Fertile, Minnesota's Polk County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 42 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Fertile vs. Minnesota: Near State Average
Fertile nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Minnesota's statewide average of 3.18 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Fertile, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Fertile
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Fertile facilities average 0.48 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Fertile resident receives approximately 29 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Fertile facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Fertile has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Minnesota cities for additional options. The following Minnesota cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Minneapolis — 19 facilities
- Saint Paul — 17 facilities
- Duluth — 8 facilities
- Rochester — 7 facilities
- Bloomington — 5 facilities
- Saint Louis Park — 5 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Fertile, Minnesota?
Fertile has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 42 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is below Minnesota's state average of 3.2 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Fertile?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Fertile include:
- • Fair Meadow Nursing Home — Grade C+, 65/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Fertile nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Fertile as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Fertile Nursing Homes
Fertile offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.