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HomeSouth DakotaSunset Manor Avera Health

Sunset Manor Avera Health

129 E Clay St, Irene, SD 570376052633318WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.3on Google(13 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
58
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
2 fine(s) totaling $40,596

How Sunset Manor Avera Health 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
5.10 hrs/day
SD average
3.81 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.85 hrs/day
SD average
0.80 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
70.4%
SD average
48.2%
Higher than 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 5.10 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.81.
Staff turnover is 70.4%, higher than the South Dakota average of 48.2%.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 8, 2024
Most recent cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 31, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 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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Sunset Manor Avera Health is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Irene, South Dakota with 58 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
58
Avg Residents/Day
49.7
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1997
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Clay
Last Inspection
Dec 31, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7
Weighted Score
84.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (17)

F0600Actual Harm

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

Survey: May 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: May 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0732Potential for Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Dec 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Dec 31, 2025Corrected: 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: Dec 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0678Potential for Harm

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

Survey: Dec 31, 2025Corrected: 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: Jun 18, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 18, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 18, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Feb 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Actual Harm

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

Survey: Sep 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Actual Harm

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

Survey: Sep 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Aug 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Aug 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0638Potential for Harm

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

Survey: Jul 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$40,596
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineFeb 12, 2025
$11,190
FineSep 25, 2024
$29,406

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

Nurse Aide3.69 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.56 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.85 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.10 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.27 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
70.4%
RN Turnover
72.7%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Other
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (14)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
DAVIS, BRITTANICORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2022
GAERTNER, RACHAELCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
JOHNKE, LARRYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 9, 2013
LEARING, SUSANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
NIELSEN, TAMIECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2022
KOLBECK, AUDREYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 4, 1991
STOCKLAND, ROBINCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 30, 2017
SACRED HEART HEALTH SERVICESOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 1994
SUNSET MANOR INC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJun 15, 1994
KOLBECK, AUDREYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 4, 1991
STOCKLAND, ROBINOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 30, 2017
SACRED HEART HEALTH SERVICESADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AAug 28, 2025
KOLBECK, AUDREYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 4, 1991
STOCKLAND, ROBINADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 4, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Sunset Manor Avera Health and nearby alternatives.

All South Dakota facilities
Sunset Manor Avera Health
Irene, SDCurrent facilityAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $40,596
Wakonda Heritage Manor
Wakonda, SD6.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $12,675
Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home
Viborg, SD7.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $32,536
Centerville Care and Rehab Center Inc
Centerville, SD10.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $55,059
Sd Human Services Center - Geriatric Program
Yankton, SD16.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Bethesda Of Beresford
Beresford, SD18.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $16,088
Avera Sister James Care Center
Yankton, SD19.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Sunset Manor Avera Health
Irene, SD · Current facility
—2/52/54/5$40,596
Wakonda Heritage Manor
Wakonda, SD
6.0 mi5/54/55/5$12,675
Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home
Viborg, SD
7.3 mi3/53/54/5$32,536
Centerville Care and Rehab Center Inc
Centerville, SD
10.5 mi2/52/53/5$55,059
Sd Human Services Center - Geriatric Program
Yankton, SD
16.9 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Bethesda Of Beresford
Beresford, SD
18.9 mi2/52/54/5$16,088
Avera Sister James Care Center
Yankton, SD
19.6 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 Sunset Manor Avera Health?▾
Sunset Manor Avera Health 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 Sunset Manor Avera Health 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). Sunset Manor Avera Health participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Sunset Manor Avera Health had any health inspection violations?▾
Sunset Manor Avera Health had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 31, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 2 fine(s) totaling $40,596.
What are the staffing levels at Sunset Manor Avera Health?▾
Sunset Manor Avera Health provides 5.10 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.85 RN hours, 0.56 LPN hours, and 3.69 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 70.4%.
How many beds does Sunset Manor Avera Health have?▾
Sunset Manor Avera Health has 58 certified beds with an average of 49.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 86% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Other owned and is part of the Avera Health chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Sunset Manor Avera Health?▾
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 Sunset Manor Avera Health?▾
On Google Maps, Sunset Manor Avera Health has a rating of 3.3 out of 5 based on 13 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of Avera Health

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