Guardian Angels Care Center

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies

National median: 7

2 below national median

Total federal penalties

$98,353

CMS data as of March 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing

National median: 4.12 hrs

4.63 hrs above national median

Registered nurse (RN)

1.42 hrs

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

0.65 hrs

Certified nursing aide (CNA)

2.74 hrs

Physical therapy

0.10 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating declined from 5 to 2 stars over 18 data points.

Facility profile

Type

Skilled Nursing Facility · Nursing home · Occupational therapist · Rehabilitation center

Capacity

120 certified beds · ~104 avg residents/day (87% occupancy)

Ownership

Non profit - Corporation

Payment accepted

Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Guardian Angels Care Center is a non-profit, 120-bed skilled nursing facility located in Elk River, Minnesota. The center holds a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, consisting of a 4-star staffing rating and a 2-star health inspection rating. Quality measures at the facility are currently rated at 3 stars.

Location

400 Evans Ave NW, Elk River, 55330, Elk River, MN

Recent reviews

• Carol Kamp ★★★★★ February 22, 2026

  I can't say enough good things about this place, Great people,Staff,Very Attentive s and always there when you need help

• Fran Vanderweyst ★★★★★ January 17, 2026

  My 98 year old mom lives here and it's pretty decent with nice rooms off the main hallway

• Cheryl Book ★★★★★ June 12, 2025

  Experience overall at Guardian Angels was very good. There were a few exceptional staff members whom I wanted to mention. On the 3rd shift, the nurse was good as when I asked for pain meds I got right away. Zeke, the aide was exceptional. He was the best. He was caring and attentive and would make sure he did everything possible to make me comfortable. I can't say enough good things about him. The first shift was good, too. Nicole (the one with blond hair, don't know last name) was great. She would give me pain pills when needed if it was time to get some more. She was very caring and friendly with me. She was the best nurse there who helped me. Maria ( I don't know last name but she was tall with dark hair) went above and beyond for me. She was so sweet, kind, friendly, and caring of her patients. She was like a granddaughter to me. I just loved her. When i didn't have her as an aide, she would wave when going by my room or just say hi when seeing me in hall walking. Amanda (aide) helped me get dressed, washed up, teeth brushed, and even put lotion on my back and legs. I never had an aide do that for me. It was so nice to have that care on my last day, the day I was going home. This was the second time I went here for care. The first time was 10 years ago, so many things changed just like anything else. I would recommend this place to anyone who needed transitional care.

• Kate Jungling ★★★★★ June 2, 2025

  Although my husband was only at Guardian Angels for about six weeks, I commend the staff on their compassionate and skilled care during his stay. They always treated him with respect and kindness and this applied to our family as well. The staff were open in dealing with us and their support in providing the care that he needed is greatly appreciated.

• Drew D ★★★★★ November 4, 2024

  Had a great conversation with very nice staff and the building is very well managed and maintained.

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Guardian Angels Care Center?

Guardian Angels Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars.

How did Guardian Angels Care Center score on health inspections?

Guardian Angels Care Center received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars from CMS.

What is the staffing rating for Guardian Angels Care Center?

Guardian Angels Care Center has a staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.

How many beds does Guardian Angels Care Center have?

Guardian Angels Care Center has 120 certified beds.

Does Guardian Angels Care Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Yes, Guardian Angels Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Where is Guardian Angels Care Center located?

Guardian Angels Care Center is located at 400 Evans Ave NW, Elk River, 55330, Elk River, Minnesota.

How can I contact Guardian Angels Care Center?

You can reach Guardian Angels Care Center by phone at +1 763-441-1213.

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