Bethany on University
Nursing Home Facility
201 S University Dr, Fargo, ND 58103
Bethany on University is a senior care community located in Fargo, ND. It provides nursing home care and senior living for older adults in the Fargo area. To learn more or schedule a tour, call (701) 239-3000.
With 172 beds, Bethany on University is one of the larger communities in the area, senior care communities in Fargo average about 102 beds. Larger communities more often keep clinical staff on site around the clock and can offer a wider range of on-site therapy and activities, though some families prefer the quieter feel of a smaller setting.
Federal reporting puts occupancy at about 95% of its licensed beds, which is high; communities this full often maintain a waiting list, so it is worth calling well before you need a place.
Medicare rates this community 5 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Communities in Fargo average about 3.4 stars. Its most recent standard health inspection was in February 2026 and recorded 3 deficiencies.
Residents receive about 5.4 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 1.1 hours from a registered nurse. Communities in Fargo average about 4.9 hours. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 52%.
The community is located in Cass County, ND.
Inspection record
In its last three standard inspections and any complaint visits, federal inspectors cited 10 problems at Bethany on University. 1 finding involved harm to a resident. 5 came from investigating complaints by residents or families.
Findings from the most recent inspection cycle
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Resident Rights
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Resident Rights
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Infection Control
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
A citation on its own does not mean poor care, and most are corrected within weeks. What matters most is how serious the findings were and whether the same problems keep coming back. When you visit, it is fair to ask the administrator what inspectors found and what has changed since.
Bethany on University offers nursing home care and senior living.
Facility details
- Organization type Non profit - Corporation
- Beds / units 172
- Occupancy 95%
- Nursing hours per resident/day 5.4
- Annual staff turnover 52%
- Last health inspection February 2026
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