nursing home in Eureka, SD
Avera Eureka Health Care Center
202 J Avenue, Eureka, SD 57437 · (605) 284-2145
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Avera Eureka Health Care Center at a glance
Avera Eureka Health Care Center is a 56-bed non-profit nursing home in Eureka, South Dakota (Mc Pherson County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the South Dakota average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 11, 2026) found 3 health citations. The South Dakota average is 6.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $12,252.
Nursing staff turnover is 32.5% per year (state average 48.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 56
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Avera Health
- Medicare-certified since
- May 2, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Mc Pherson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 435078
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.10 hrs | 3.79 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.80 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.99 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.53 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32.5% | 48.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 11.1% | 34.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 32 | 72.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $12,252 | $40,815 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 56 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 52 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.1% | 85.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.5% | 5.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.6% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.3% | 24.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.5% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.8% | 21.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.5% | 19.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.1% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1% | 5.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 13.2% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.8% | 25.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93% | 83.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2026 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 26, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 13, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 26, 2026 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 23, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 10, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $12,252 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 13, 2025 | Fine | $12,252 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVERA HEALTH Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2008 |
| OSTROWSKI, SUSAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/12/2026 |
| WEBER, CARMEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/12/2026 |
| BJERKNES, DANIEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2022 |
| LAUTT, JULIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| OSTROWSKI, SUSAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2002 |
| WEBER, CARMEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2004 |
| DOVER, JAMES Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/17/2026 |
| BIERNE, KATHLEEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| FAUTH, KRISTEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| FOUBERG, ERIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| FRANKS, SHANE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| GOLZ, HEIDI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| HEINZ, BLAKE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| HERMAN, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| JENSEN, PAULA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| KERKVLIET, MARIETTA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| MCNEIL, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| PANOWICZ, KATHLEEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2011 |
| WOBST, GARRET Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| AVERA HEALTH Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| BJERKNES, DANIEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2022 |
| DOVER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/23/2023 |
| OSTROWSKI, SUSAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2002 |
| WEBER, CARMEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2004 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Avera Eureka Health Care Center's rating?
Avera Eureka Health Care Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Dakota nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Avera Eureka Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a South Dakota average of 6.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Avera Eureka Health 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 Avera Eureka Health Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Avera Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Avera Eureka Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Avera Eureka Health Care Center is at 202 J Avenue, Eureka, SD 57437. Phone: (605) 284-2145.
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.