SeniorCareRanked
Minnesota/HIBBING
52
Fair

Guardian Angels Health & Rehab Center

1500 EAST THIRD AVENUE, HIBBING, MN 55746
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Guardian Angels Health & Rehab Center is a 65-bed non profit - corporation nursing home located in HIBBING, Minnesota. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 52 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 29%. This facility has received 2 fine(s) totaling $26,481. 16 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the ST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score52/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.9 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.70 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover29% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies16 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 2 fine(s) totaling $26,481
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.9
RN hours/resident/day0.70
Staff turnover29%
RN turnover33.3%

Facility Information

Beds65
Avg residents55.2
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES
Deficiencies (last inspection)16
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Guardian Angels Health & Rehab Center

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Guardian Angels Health & Rehab Center reports 3.9 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 29% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

16 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.