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Avera Sister James Care Center

Yankton, SD

Avera Sister James Care Center

Yankton, South Dakota

Skilled Nursing Facility 194 beds Non profit - Corporation

2111 West 11th Street, Yankton, SD, 57078, Yankton, SD

Call +1 605-668-8900 Directions

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8.5 /10

Avera Sister James Care Center Quality & Safety Report

Excellent

Inspections: 4★ (50%) Staffing: 5★ (25%) Quality: 4★ (25%)

CMS Official Overall: 5★ / 5

CMS data as of May 2026

This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. See the CMS data behind this score →

3 health deficiencies

Quality rating trend

Overall rating stable at 5 stars across 18 data points.

Quality rating trend for Avera Sister James Care Center 1 2 3 4 5 Sep 24 Dec 24 Apr 25 Jul 25 Dec 25 Mar 26 May 26
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  • Health inspection
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Facility administration

Ownership type
Non profit - Corporation
Payment accepted
Medicare Medicaid
CMS provider type
Medicare and Medicaid
CMS data as of
May 2026

About Avera Sister James Care Center

Type
Skilled Nursing Facility
Capacity
194 certified beds ~189 avg residents/day (97% occupancy)

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CMS data & ratings

Federal inspection results, deficiency counts, penalties, and staffing hours from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Data as of May 1, 2026.

CMS star ratings

Overall
Much above average
★★★★★
Health inspection
Above average
★★★★☆
Staffing
Much above average
★★★★★
Quality measures
Above average
★★★★☆

Safety & inspections

Health deficiencies
National median: 8
3 below national median

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day.

Total nurse staffing
National median: 3.76 hrs
4.28 hrs above national median
Registered nurse (RN)
1.18 hrs
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
0.17 hrs
Certified nursing aide (CNA)
2.66 hrs
Physical therapy
0.05 hrs

Location

2111 West 11th Street, Yankton, SD, 57078, Yankton, SD · Get directions →

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Avera Sister James Care Center?

Avera Sister James Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

How did Avera Sister James Care Center score on health inspections?

Avera Sister James Care Center received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars from CMS.

What is the staffing rating for Avera Sister James Care Center?

Avera Sister James Care Center has a staffing rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.

How many beds does Avera Sister James Care Center have?

Avera Sister James Care Center has 194 certified beds.

Does Avera Sister James Care Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Yes, Avera Sister James Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For details on what Medicare covers for nursing home stays, see our Medicare coverage guide.

Where is Avera Sister James Care Center located?

Avera Sister James Care Center is located at 2111 West 11th Street, Yankton, SD, 57078, Yankton, South Dakota.

How can I contact Avera Sister James Care Center?

You can reach Avera Sister James Care Center by phone at +1 605-668-8900.

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About this data

How to read this page

Star ratings vs. Care Quality Score: The Google star rating reflects visitor and family opinions collected from public reviews. The Care Quality Score is an independent metric derived entirely from federal inspection data — the two measure different things, and comparing them side-by-side gives a fuller picture.

Where this data comes from

All clinical data on this page originates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the federal agency that certifies and inspects every Medicare- and Medicaid-participating nursing home in the United States. Reviews are imported verbatim from public Google business listings.

What to do next

Data is a starting point, not a final answer. We encourage families to visit facilities in person, observe daily routines, and speak with staff and residents. See our guide: Questions to Ask When Visiting →

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