ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
St. Gabriel's Community in Bismarck, North Dakota has received an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and performs excellently compared to other facilities. It ranks #16 out of 72 nursing homes in North Dakota, placing it in the top half, and #2 out of 6 in Burleigh County, meaning only one local facility is rated higher. However, the trend is concerning as the number of issues found has worsened from 3 in 2024 to 5 in 2025. Staffing is a strength, with a 5/5 rating and a turnover rate of 32%, which is significantly lower than the state average, ensuring that staff are familiar with residents. Notably, there have been no fines, which is a positive sign, but some specific incidents included failures in infection control practices for several residents and issues with accurately coding resident assessments, which could impact care plans. Overall, while the facility has strong staffing and no fines, families should be aware of the recent trend of increasing issues and specific concerns regarding infection control and medication management.
- Trust Score
- A
- In North Dakota
- #16/72
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 32% turnover. Near North Dakota's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most North Dakota facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 64 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of North Dakota nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 12 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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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (32%)
16 points below North Dakota average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
14pts below North Dakota avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
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The Ugly 12 deficiencies on record
Jun 2025
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, review of the Long-Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) 3.0 User's Manual (Version 1....
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, review of facility policy, review of manufacturer's instructions, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure staff followed professional standards of pract...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, policy and procedure review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure appropriate care and services for 1 of 1 sampled resident (Resident #117) reviewed for fecal imp...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of a facility reported incident (FRI) investigation, record review, review of facility policy, and staff intervi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, review of facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to follow standards of infection control and prevention for 2 of 2 sampled residents (Resident ...
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Jun 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, family interview, and staff interview, the facility failed to notify the physician of a resident's rejec...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, review of the Long-Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) 3.0 User's Manual (Version 1....
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, review of facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to follow standards of infection control and prevention for 6 of 15 sampled residents (Resident #15, #19, #30,...
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Jul 2023
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a safe, clean, comfortable, homelike environment for 1 of 5 sampled residents (Resident #18) on oxygen. Failure ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, review of the North Dakota Provider Manual Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) and Level of Care Screening Procedures for Long Term Care Services, facility staff...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, staff interview, and Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) agency staff interview, the facility failed to complete a Level I PASRR for 1 of 2 sampled residents (Re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, review of professional reference, policy review, and staff interview, the facility failed to transcribe a medication order accurately and verify the correct medica...
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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
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in North Dakota.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most North Dakota facilities.
- • 32% turnover. Below North Dakota's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is St Gabriel'S Community's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within North Dakota, 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 Gabriel'S Community Staffed?
CMS rates ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 32%, compared to the North Dakota average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at St Gabriel'S Community?
State health inspectors documented 12 deficiencies at ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY during 2023 to 2025. These included: 12 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates St Gabriel'S Community?
ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by BENEDICTINE HEALTH SYSTEM, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 72 certified beds and approximately 70 residents (about 97% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in BISMARCK, North Dakota.
How Does St Gabriel'S Community Compare to Other North Dakota Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in North Dakota, ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (32%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting St Gabriel'S Community?
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 Gabriel'S Community Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY 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 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in North Dakota. 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 Gabriel'S Community Stick Around?
ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY has a staff turnover rate of 32%, which is about average for North Dakota nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was St Gabriel'S Community Ever Fined?
ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY 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 Gabriel'S Community on Any Federal Watch List?
ST GABRIEL'S COMMUNITY 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.