Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center

5211 Highway 110, Aurora MN, 55705


Resident Review Score
5.4
|
Average

Starting price

$7,143

For this area
$$$

Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center is a nursing home in Aurora, MN, with 33 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living care and has an independent living option. Please note that this nursing facility is located in a hospital.

Costs at this community start at $7,143 and range up to $8,060 per month. The average price in the community is $7,602, which is higher than the average cost of $7,601 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is more than the state average. Depending on other care the resident needs, additional care may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 3.6 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.3 hours with licensed nurses (1.0 by an RN and 0.3 by an LPN) and 2.3 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has various activities, including musical performances and social outings. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are two hospitals within 25 miles of Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center. The two closest hospitals are Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center, which is 0.0 miles away, and Essentia Health Virginia, which is 15.1 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 4, which is an average rating of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has an average health inspection rating of 3. The ratings for the staff are excellent and the quality ratings are average, with a rating of 4.


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(218) 229-4222

Pricing for Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center

$7,601Avg. Local Starting Price
Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center$7,143

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$7,288
  • In Duluth-Superior$7,601
  • In MN$4,877

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Resident Review Score
5.4
|
Average
#1 in Aurora, MN

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved4
Loved0
Good0
Average1
Below Average5

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community, known for its promptness and efficient handling of medical situations, has garnered a mixture of reactions from its visitors. Many reviewers shared positive experiences, highlighting the clinic's knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly staff who tackle every question and concern with a positive attitude, ensuring patients don't feel belittled for seeking clarity. The compassion and professionalism shown by the clinic's team, from reception to the medical staff, significantly impacted individuals and their families, especially during challenging times like accidents, severe ailments, and the passing of loved ones. These experiences depict a facility committed to providing excellent healthcare and support within reach of many rural homes, appreciated for its vital service to the community.
However, not every interaction met expectations. One reviewer expressed dissatisfaction with their experience with a specific doctor, feeling that their questions and concerns were treated as annoyances rather than legitimate queries. This reviewer's encounter felt particularly disheartening due to what they perceived as a lack of empathy and communication, especially when dealing with a concerning diagnosis. While this negative experience appears isolated amidst the sea of positive feedback, it underscores the importance of every team member in maintaining the community's overall high standards of care and professionalism. Despite this singular account of dissatisfaction, the clinic continues to be a highly valued medical resource, celebrated for its ability to respond effectively to both routine and emergency healthcare needs.

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ANNUAL DATA

Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center


Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

33

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

3

health inspection

3

quality

4

staff

3

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

0

infection control citations

0

fines

5

amount of fines

$7,831

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

1

total nurse hours

4

weekend nurse hours

3

weekend rn hours

1

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

0

registered nurses

0

administrators who left

0

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    ESSENTIA HEALTH NORTHERN PINES MEDICAL CENTER

  • Ownership type

    Non profit - Corporation

  • Federal Provider Number

    245469

  • Provider SSA county code

    680

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    April 01, 1987

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    Yes

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center


Outdoor Areas

Services


Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Beauty Shop

Care


Depression

Medication Management

Pain Management

Pharmacy

Podiatry Services

Accommodations


Outdoor Areas

Neighborhood


Saint Louis University Hospital

Activities & Fitness


Social Outings

Additional Features


Volunteer Opportunities

Hospitals


Essentia Health Northern Pines

5211 Highway 110

Distance: 0.0 miles

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