Nursing Homes in Spring Valley, Minnesota
Spring Valley has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 45 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
45
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
41 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 Spring Valley
Spring Valley Care Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Spring Valley
THE VERDICT: Families considering nursing home care in Spring Valley, MN, will find the options limited but not concerning. The standout is Spring Valley Care Center, which has a clean record with zero fines and is well-staffed. While the facility has some strengths, the overall market for nursing homes in this area is average, so families may want to explore options in nearby cities for more variety.
WHO TO CONSIDER: If you’re looking at Spring Valley, Spring Valley Care Center is the only facility you should visit. With its zero fines in the last three years, it demonstrates a commitment to standards of care worth considering. However, if you're willing to travel, consider checking facilities in neighboring cities like Rochester or Austin, which may offer a wider selection and potentially better options.
WHO TO AVOID: Fortunately, there are no facilities in Spring Valley with major red flags, so there aren’t specific places to avoid. However, it’s wise to be cautious and do thorough visits. Always ask about staffing ratios during your visit, as this is a key indicator of the quality of care residents receive.
Spring Valley 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: Spring Valley is stable
Questions Spring Valley 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; Spring Valley avg is 0.68 hrs (41 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley, Minnesota
Spring Valley, Minnesota's Fillmore County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 45 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Spring Valley vs. Minnesota: Near State Average
Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley
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.
Spring Valley facilities average 0.68 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Spring Valley resident receives approximately 41 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Spring Valley 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
Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley, Minnesota?
Spring Valley has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 45 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 Spring Valley?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Spring Valley include:
- • Spring Valley Care Center — Grade C+, 68/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Spring Valley nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley Nursing Homes
Spring Valley 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.