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HomeSouth DakotaSanford Care Center Vermillion

Sanford Care Center Vermillion

125 S Walker Street, Vermillion, SD 570696056773500WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.0on Google(6 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
66
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $44,577

How Sanford Care Center Vermillion Compares in South Dakota

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in South Dakota. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
SD average
2.9/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
SD average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
4/5
SD average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.31 hrs/day
SD average
3.81 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.75 hrs/day
SD average
0.80 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
45.5%
SD average
48.2%
Close to state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the South Dakota average of 2.9/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the South Dakota average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.31 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.81.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 1, 2024
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 2, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$8,122/mo
South Dakota median
Private Room
$9,429/mo
South Dakota median
Clay County 65+
1,775
11.9% of county
County Population
14,953
Clay County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Sanford Care Center Vermillion is a 2-star Medicaid certified nursing home in Vermillion, South Dakota with 66 certified beds. It has been operating since 1991. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
66
Avg Residents/Day
61.8
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 1, 1991
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Clay
Last Inspection
Oct 2, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
58.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (11)

F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jan 29, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Jan 29, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Oct 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jul 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Actual Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Jul 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0838Potential for Harm

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Survey: Jul 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0578Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Survey: Jul 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Jul 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jul 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$44,577
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineJul 1, 2024
$44,577

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.40 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.16 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.75 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.31 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.97 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
45.5%
RN Turnover
8.3%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Sanford Care Center Vermillion and nearby alternatives.

All South Dakota facilities
Sanford Care Center Vermillion
Vermillion, SDCurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $44,577
Wakonda Heritage Manor
Wakonda, SD18.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $12,675
Bethesda Of Beresford
Beresford, SD22.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $16,088
Alcester Care And Rehab Center, Inc
Alcester, SD22.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Centerville Care and Rehab Center Inc
Centerville, SD23.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $55,059
Sunset Manor Avera Health
Irene, SD24.2 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $40,596
Sd Human Services Center - Geriatric Program
Yankton, SD26.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Sanford Care Center Vermillion
Vermillion, SD · Current facility
—2/52/54/5$44,577
Wakonda Heritage Manor
Wakonda, SD
18.3 mi5/54/55/5$12,675
Bethesda Of Beresford
Beresford, SD
22.2 mi2/52/54/5$16,088
Alcester Care And Rehab Center, Inc
Alcester, SD
22.4 mi5/55/53/5None recorded
Centerville Care and Rehab Center Inc
Centerville, SD
23.7 mi2/52/53/5$55,059
Sunset Manor Avera Health
Irene, SD
24.2 mi2/52/54/5$40,596
Sd Human Services Center - Geriatric Program
Yankton, SD
26.0 mi5/54/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Sanford Care Center Vermillion?▾
Sanford Care Center Vermillion has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Sanford Care Center Vermillion cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in South Dakota is $8,122/month for a semi-private room and $9,429/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Sanford Care Center Vermillion participates in Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Sanford Care Center Vermillion had any health inspection violations?▾
Sanford Care Center Vermillion had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Oct 2, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $44,577.
What are the staffing levels at Sanford Care Center Vermillion?▾
Sanford Care Center Vermillion provides 3.31 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours, 0.16 LPN hours, and 2.40 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 45.5%.
How many beds does Sanford Care Center Vermillion have?▾
Sanford Care Center Vermillion has 66 certified beds with an average of 61.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Sanford Care Center Vermillion?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in South Dakota. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Sanford Care Center Vermillion?▾
On Google Maps, Sanford Care Center Vermillion has a rating of 3.0 out of 5 based on 6 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.