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Nursing homes in Yankton County, South Dakota
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Yankton County, South Dakota, with 263 beds between them.
0% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (45%). Inspectors recorded 14 health deficiencies over three cycles, 5.3 per 100 beds against 27.9 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $8K across 1 fine.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Yankton County | South Dakota | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 96 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 0% | 45% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 5.3 | 27.9 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 8.6 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $8K | $3.3M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Sister James Care Center | Yankton | 194 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 4.6 | $8K | 14 May 2026 |
| Sd Human Services Center - Geriatric Program | Yankton | 69 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 7.2 | — | 5 Jun 2025 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 2 |
| F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | 2 |
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 1 |
| F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | 1 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 1 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 1 |
| Government | 1 |
Chains present: Avera Health (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Yankton County, South Dakota?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 263 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Yankton County have the highest CMS ratings?
Avera Sister James Care Center (5 stars), Sd Human Services Center - Geriatric Program (5 stars)
How do Yankton County nursing homes compare with South Dakota?
0% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 45% statewide; citations run at 5.3 per 100 beds against 27.9 statewide.