Brookings, SD

United Living Community

2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with abuse icon flag with $12,695 in total fines with 12 recent health deficiencies

405 First Ave, Brookings, SD

(605) 692-5351

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Overall

2 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

67

Certified beds

Average residents

63

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Non-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1994-07-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.45

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.41

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

3.81

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

4.11

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

75%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

49%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.5
1.5
About the same
1.9
0.4 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.7
1.9
1.2 pts better
1.8
1.1 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.5%
95.4%
2.9 pts worse
93.4%
0.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.5%
96.9%
1.6 pts better
95.5%
3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 7.1%
5.1%
2 pts worse
3.3%
3.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
4.6%
4.6 pts better
11.4%
11.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.0%
5.5%
1.5 pts better
5.4%
1.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 10.0%
17.8%
7.8 pts better
19.6%
9.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 35.6%
25.1%
10.5 pts worse
16.7%
18.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.0%
About the same
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 24.7%
21.3%
3.4 pts worse
16.3%
8.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 25.1%
21.6%
3.5 pts worse
14.9%
10.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 4.7%
2.0%
2.7 pts worse
1.0%
3.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.9%
3.3%
0.4 pts better
1.7%
1.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 28.7%
25.8%
2.9 pts worse
19.8%
8.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 5.0%
4.6%
0.4 pts worse
5.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 75.0%
83.2%
8.2 pts worse
81.7%
6.7 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 11.6%
11.7%
0.1 pts better
12.0%
0.4 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
1.7%
1.7 pts better
1.6%
1.6 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 31.8%
78.2%
46.4 pts worse
79.7%
47.9 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 0.0%
21.5%
21.5 pts better
23.9%
23.9 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-12-04 · Fire 2025-12-04

12 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)

0 fire-safety deficiencies

No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.

Cycle 2 Health 2024-05-23 · Fire 2024-05-23

8 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

1 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (1 deficiency)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-06-29 · Fire 2023-06-29

2 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (2 deficiencies)

0 fire-safety deficiencies

No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

C · Minimal harm 2024-05-23

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-06-20

Inspection history

Recent health citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-04

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2026-01-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-04

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Corrected 2026-01-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-04

F803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Corrected 2026-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-04

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2026-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-04

F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Corrected 2026-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-04

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2026-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-04

F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Corrected 2026-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-04

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Corrected 2026-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-14

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-10-04

G · Actual harm 2025-07-10

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-08-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-10

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-08-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-10

F825 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

Corrected 2025-08-12

G · Actual harm 2024-06-26

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-07-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-26

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-07-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-06-26

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-07-25

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-23

F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Corrected 2024-07-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-23

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2024-07-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-23

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-07-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-23

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-07-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-23

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2024-07-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-08-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2023-08-01

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$12,695 2024-05-23

Fine

Fine · fine $12,695

Fine

Ownership

United Retirement Center

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 1 facilities 1966-01-01
Avera Mckennan

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 1 facilities 2005-11-15
Baker, Joan

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-04-28
Bell, Julie

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-04-28
Brotsky, Robert

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2014-05-01
Gilkerson, James

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2014-05-01
Harrison, Alice

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-09-28
Hight, Kaleb

Contracted Managing Employee · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2017-10-02
Johnson, Joshua

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2019-03-01
Koolmo, Camille

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2011-07-11
Lee, Mary Jo

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-04-28
Nielsen, Helen

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-04-28
Schmieding, Rebecca

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-04-28

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