Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Hastings, Minnesota
1 of 2 nursing homes in Hastings (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
129
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$15,919 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
65 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Hastings, Minnesota is adequate, with 2 facilities available and 1 recommended. Families should be aware that while the top facility, Augustana Care Hastings Health and Rehabilitation, holds a B+ rating, there is one facility with a total of $15,919 in fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 AUGUSTANA CARE HASTINGS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION (85) — Augustana Care Hastings Health and Rehabilitation stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. The facility's non-profit status emphasizes its focus on community well-being, while its B+ grade assures families of a reliable and supportive environment for their loved ones.
The other 1 Hastings facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $15K.
Recommended
Augustana Care Hastings Health and Rehabilitation stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. The facility's non-profit status emphasizes its focus on community well-being, while its B+ grade assures families of a reliable and supportive environment for their loved ones.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Hastings Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.35 | 1.08 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 16 | 22.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $15,919
Questions Hastings Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Hastings's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Hastings facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Hastings avg is 65 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Hastings facilities average 22.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Hastings at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
- $15K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $15K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 58.0 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 0% for-profit, 100% non-profit, 0% government
- 22.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Hastings, MN are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Hastings (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Hastings "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Hastings?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.