nursing home in Traer, IA
Sunrise Hill Care Center
909 6th Street, Traer, IA 50675 · (319) 478-2730
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sunrise Hill Care Center at a glance
Sunrise Hill Care Center is a 76-bed for-profit nursing home in Traer, Iowa (Tama County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 4, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 10.3% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 76
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 15, 1996
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Tama County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165286
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.26 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.36 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.29 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.92 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 10.3% | 44% | 45.8% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 9 | 54.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $19,286 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 76 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 59 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 77.1% | 81.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.6% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.2% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.5% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.5% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.7% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.2% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.1% | 4.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 14.7% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.8% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 94% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.4% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87.5% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.1% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 3 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 22, 2025 |
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 19, 2026 |
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| December 4, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| October 31, 2024 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 31, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 6, 2024 |
| October 31, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 8, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| September 7, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 18, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 15, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STONE THERAPY INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| BOWMAN AND MILLER PC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| BRIGHTON CONSULTING GROUP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| J EVANS NUTRITION CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| LARMORE, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/17/2026 |
| PM ACQUISITION LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2022 |
| RENAUD, TROY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/17/2026 |
| HOWARD, JAMMIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| JACOBS, JEFFREY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MONAT, SCOTT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| OVERTON, DENISE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2015 |
| OWENS, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1995 |
| SHEDA, SANDRA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/1997 |
| WILSON, SANDRA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| CARVER, DELORES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2015 |
| GRIMM, BRUCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2005 |
| HULST, SANDRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/20/2009 |
| KONICEK, ROXIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/1995 |
| LARMORE, DANIEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2024 |
| RENAUD, TROY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2023 |
| WHITMORE, KRISTIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sunrise Hill Care Center's rating?
Sunrise Hill Care Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Iowa nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sunrise Hill Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sunrise Hill Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Sunrise Hill Care Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sunrise Hill Care Center and how do I contact it?
Sunrise Hill Care Center is at 909 6th Street, Traer, IA 50675. Phone: (319) 478-2730.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.