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Avera Sister James Care Center
Nursing home Yankton, SD
2111 West 11th Street, Yankton, SD 57078 · (605) 668-8900
Overall rating 5
Health inspections 4
Staffing 5
Quality of resident care 4
Certified beds194
Residents on an average day189
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation · Avera Health
Medicare-certified sinceJul 1, 1993
Ratings compared with South Dakota and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | South Dakota average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 | 2.9 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 4 | 2.9 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 5 | 3.5 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 4 | 2.7 | 3.6 |
Nurse staffing compared with South Dakota and the U.S.
| Measure | This provider | South Dakota average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.10 | 3.79 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 1.17 | 0.80 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 31.3% | 48.2% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 22% | 34.7% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
- Fines: 1, total $8,492
- Payment denials: 0
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Ratings describe past performance reported to CMS and can change. Confirm insurance, availability and services directly with the provider, and talk to your doctor or care team. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing homes - Provider Information (released Sep 30, 2026).