Nursing Homes in St Peter, Minnesota
St Peter has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 79 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
79
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
55 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in St Peter
Benedictine Living Community Of St. Peter
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About Nursing Home Care in St Peter
St. Peter is not the best market for nursing home care, but there are no major red flags to worry about. The standout is St. Peter Health Care Center, which holds a clean record with zero fines and is well-staffed. However, overall options are limited, and families may want to explore nearby cities for more robust choices.
In addition to St. Peter Health Care Center, families should consider visiting facilities in neighboring cities, as there are no non-profit or for-profit options in St. Peter itself. While St. Peter Health Care Center is noted for its staffing levels, it’s essential to compare it with facilities in places like Mankato or North Mankato, where you may find better-rated options.
Fortunately, there are no facilities in St. Peter that warrant outright avoidance due to major issues. However, given the limited options, families should be proactive in their search. When visiting any facility, regardless of location, always ask for recent inspection reports and speak with current residents and their families to get a real feel for the environment and care quality.
St Peter 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
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: St Peter is stable
Questions St Peter 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; St Peter avg is 0.91 hrs (55 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 St Peter 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 St Peter, Minnesota
St Peter, Minnesota's Nicollet County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 79 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
St Peter vs. Minnesota: Near State Average
St Peter 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 St Peter, 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: Meeting Standards in St Peter
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.
St Peter facilities average 0.91 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical St Peter resident receives approximately 55 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 St Peter 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
St Peter has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 1 of 1 facility is 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 St Peter, Minnesota?
St Peter has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 79 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 St Peter?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in St Peter include:
- • Benedictine Living Community Of St. Peter — Grade C, 55/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which St Peter nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in St Peter 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 St Peter Nursing Homes
St Peter 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.