nursing home in Chamberlain, SD
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center
300 S Byron Blvd, Chamberlain, SD 57325 · (605) 234-6518
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center at a glance
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center is a 44-bed non-profit nursing home in Chamberlain, South Dakota (Brule County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the South Dakota average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 16, 2026) found 11 health citations. The South Dakota average is 6.7.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $124,961.
Nursing staff turnover is 56.9% per year (state average 48.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 44
- Certified for
- Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1983
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Brule County
- CMS Certification Number
- 43A073
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.69 hrs | 3.79 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.68 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.54 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.46 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56.9% | 48.2% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30% | 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) | 11 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 116.5 | 72.2 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $124,961 | $40,815 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 44 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 41 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.1% | 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) | 2.5% | 5.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10.3% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.2% | 24.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 23.8% | 21.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.7% | 19.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.5% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6% | 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) | 23% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.9% | 25.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.5% | 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 newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 73.8% | 83.5% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 8 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 16, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| July 16, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2026 |
| July 16, 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 August 20, 2026 |
| July 16, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2026 |
| July 16, 2026 Standard | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2026 |
| July 16, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2026 |
| July 16, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2026 |
| July 16, 2026 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2026 |
| July 16, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2026 |
| July 16, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2026 |
| July 16, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2026 |
| August 14, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2025 |
| August 14, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 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 July 11, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2025 |
| December 27, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 25, 2025 |
| December 27, 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 January 25, 2025 |
| December 27, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 25, 2025 |
| October 31, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2024 |
| October 31, 2024 Complaint | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2024 |
| October 31, 2024 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 29, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| July 11, 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 July 31, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 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 July 31, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
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 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $124,961 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2025 | Fine | $43,095 |
| December 27, 2024 | Fine | $49,982 |
| October 31, 2024 | Fine | $22,465 |
| July 11, 2024 | Fine | $9,419 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sanford Chamberlain Care Center's rating?
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center has 1 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 Sanford Chamberlain Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a South Dakota average of 6.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sanford Chamberlain Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Sanford Chamberlain Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sanford Chamberlain Care Center and how do I contact it?
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center is at 300 S Byron Blvd, Chamberlain, SD 57325. Phone: (605) 234-6518.
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.