Cycle 1
Health 2025-11-17 · Fire 2025-11-17
11 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)
12 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Oberlin, KS
Good Samaritan Society - Decatur County
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $20,207 in total fines with 11 recent health deficiencies with 12 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
108 E Ash Street, Oberlin, KS
(785) 475-2245
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
45
Certified beds
Average residents
19
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Good Samaritan Society
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1996-01-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
1.54
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.45
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.30
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.45
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
63%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
67%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.6 |
1.8
0.2 pts better
|
1.9
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.5 |
2.2
0.3 pts worse
|
1.8
0.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.7% |
91.8%
6.9 pts better
|
93.4%
5.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 13.3% |
4.4%
8.9 pts worse
|
3.3%
10 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% |
5.6%
5.6 pts better
|
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 28.0% |
5.0%
23 pts worse
|
5.4%
22.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 28.0% |
23.2%
4.8 pts worse
|
19.6%
8.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 9.1% |
19.8%
10.7 pts better
|
16.7%
7.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.0%
About the same
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 41.6% |
18.4%
23.2 pts worse
|
16.3%
25.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 40.3% |
18.8%
21.5 pts worse
|
14.9%
25.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 2.3% |
1.8%
0.5 pts worse
|
1.0%
1.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
3.1%
3.1 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 34.9% |
23.2%
11.7 pts worse
|
19.8%
15.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.8% |
4.6%
1.8 pts better
|
5.1%
2.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 56.4% |
75.6%
19.2 pts worse
|
81.7%
25.3 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2023-11-30 · Fire 2023-11-30
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)
13 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2022-07-14 · Fire 2022-07-14
14 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2026-02-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2026-02-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2026-02-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2026-02-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K753 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2026-02-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2026-02-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2026-02-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2026-02-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2026-02-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2026-02-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2026-02-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2026-02-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2024-02-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-02-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-02-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-02-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K325 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Corrected 2024-02-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-02-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2024-02-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-02-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-02-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K753 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2024-02-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-02-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-02-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-02-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2022-09-23
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-09-23
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-09-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-09-23
Inspection history
Recent health citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2025-12-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2025-12-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected 2025-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
F628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected 2025-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
F676 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected 2025-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2025-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-17
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected 2025-12-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2025-06-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-06-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2025-06-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
F679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2025-06-10
G · Actual harm
2024-02-28
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-03-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-11
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-01-17
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected 2024-01-05
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-01-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2024-01-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-01-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-01-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-01-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-01-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-30
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-01-05
G · Actual harm
2023-09-11
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-10-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-10
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-06-10
G · Actual harm
2022-07-14
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2022-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2022-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2022-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2022-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2022-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2022-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2022-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2022-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2022-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-07-14
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2022-08-06
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$20,207
2023-09-11
Fine
Fine · fine $20,207
Fine
Ownership
Sanford
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Bartruff, Craig
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Brown, George
Corporate Director · Individual
Dykhouse, Dana
Corporate Director · Individual
Engbrecht, Wesley
Corporate Director · Individual
Fluit, Joel
Corporate Officer · Individual
Gassen, William
Corporate Director · Individual
Gassen, William
Corporate Officer · Individual
Gulsvig, Neil
Corporate Director · Individual
Herseth Sandlin, Stephanie
Corporate Director · Individual
Klinedinst, Tami
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Lundeen, Mark
Corporate Director · Individual
Mccausland, Maureen
Corporate Director · Individual
Middleton, Aimee
Corporate Officer · Individual
Molbert, Lauris
Corporate Director · Individual
Morrison, Tony
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
North, Andrew
Corporate Director · Individual
Olson, Nicholas
Corporate Officer · Individual
Schema, Nathan
Corporate Officer · Individual
Schieffer, Kevin
Corporate Director · Individual
Shulkin, David
Corporate Director · Individual
Teiken, Brent
Corporate Director · Individual
Ventling-Herrmann, Marnie
Corporate Director · Individual
Wenzel, Thomas
Corporate Director · Individual
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