WOODSIDE VILLAGE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Woodside Village in Grand Forks, North Dakota, holds a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good choice but not without its issues. It ranks #20 out of 72 facilities in the state, placing it in the top half, and #1 out of 3 in Grand Forks County, meaning it is the best option locally. However, the facility is experiencing a worsening trend, with reported issues increasing from 1 in 2024 to 2 in 2025. Staffing is a strong point, with a 5/5 star rating and a turnover rate of 45%, which is below the state average, although RN coverage is concerning as it is less than 75% of other facilities in North Dakota. Despite $8,278 in fines being average for the area, there have been serious concerns, including a failure to properly supervise residents, resulting in facial injuries from improper wheelchair use, and lapses in infection control practices, such as inadequate hand hygiene during medical procedures.
- Trust Score
- B
- In North Dakota
- #20/72
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 45% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $8,278 in fines. Higher than 85% of North Dakota facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 49 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for North Dakota. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 13 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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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near North Dakota avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
The Ugly 13 deficiencies on record
Jan 2025
2 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, review of the facility reported incident and investigation documents, and review of facility policy, the...
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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
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 1 of 1 sampled resident (Resident #...
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Jan 2024
1 deficiency
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 information provided by the complainant, record review, review of the facility's policy and staff interview, the facili...
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Nov 2023
4 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
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, review of the facility's policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure residents received adequate supervision/assistance to prevent accidents for 1 o...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain the food preparation and service area in a sanitary manner for 1 of 3 kitchenettes (Prairieview) observed. Failure to serve fo...
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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, review of facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to follow standards of infection control for 1 of 4 neighborhoods (Oakcrest) observed with Covid-19 outbreak, ...
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Nov 2022
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0637
(Tag F0637)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, staff interview, and review of the Long-Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) 3.0 User...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, review of facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to implement pressure u...
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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
Based on observation, record review, review of facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to provide adequate supervision and assistive devices necessary to prevent accidents for 2 of 8...
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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
Based on observation, record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to provide/offer fluids to 1 of 6 sampled residents (Resident #8) observed during cares and required staff assistance for ...
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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
Based on record review, facility policy review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure orders for as needed (PRN) psychotropic drugs were limited to 14 days for 1 of 1 sampled resident (Re...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, review of facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to store food and beverages in a sanitary manner for 3 of 4 dining/kitchenette areas (Heartland, Prairieview, ...
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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
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • 13 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
About This Facility
What is Woodside Village's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WOODSIDE VILLAGE 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 Woodside Village Staffed?
CMS rates WOODSIDE VILLAGE's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 45%, compared to the North Dakota average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Woodside Village?
State health inspectors documented 13 deficiencies at WOODSIDE VILLAGE during 2022 to 2025. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm and 12 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Woodside Village?
WOODSIDE VILLAGE is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 138 certified beds and approximately 132 residents (about 96% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in GRAND FORKS, North Dakota.
How Does Woodside Village Compare to Other North Dakota Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in North Dakota, WOODSIDE VILLAGE's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (45%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Woodside Village?
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 Woodside Village Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WOODSIDE VILLAGE 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 Woodside Village Stick Around?
WOODSIDE VILLAGE has a staff turnover rate of 45%, 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 Woodside Village Ever Fined?
WOODSIDE VILLAGE has been fined $8,278 across 1 penalty action. This is below the North Dakota average of $33,162. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Woodside Village on Any Federal Watch List?
WOODSIDE VILLAGE 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.