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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Welcome to Sunrise Retirement Community, a distinguished assisted living community nestled in Sioux City, Iowa. Sunrise takes great pride in its resident-centered care philosophy, focusing on individual needs and promoting the “freedom of choice” for the beloved residents. The community’s approach aims to create an inviting and less institutionalized environment, allowing residents to experience increased independence, privacy, and flexibility in their daily lives. At Sunrise, the team tailors services to cater to each resident’s unique preferences and requirements, ensuring they receive the best possible care that suits them best.
As part of Sunrise Retirement Community’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life for the residents, the community has embraced the Eden approach, fostering meaningful connections with children, pets, and green spaces, further enriching their daily experiences. The funding sources for Sunrise include Medicare, Medicaid, third-party arrangements, and private payment options, ensuring that compassionate care is provided while addressing residents’ financial considerations. At Sunrise Retirement Community, the staff deeply cares for the residents, establishes meaningful connections every day, leads with boldness, and serves faithfully, creating a nurturing and fulfilling environment for all.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 3rd out of 224 homes in Iowa.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
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Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
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55m per day | ▲ 25% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
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LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
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1h 8m per day | ▲ 100% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
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Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
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3h 20m per day | ▲ 32% State avg: 2h 32m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
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4h 43m per day | ▲ 41% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
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Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
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3m per day | ▲ 50% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
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RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
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34m per day | ▲ 13% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
70% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
27% of new residents, often for short stays.
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #16 / 226Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 226 homes in Iowa.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Iowa average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Sunrise Retirement Community is administrated by Chris Schenkelberg.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.
The data displayed corresponds to the last 7 years.
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
3 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
The most recent inspection on September 30, 2025, showed the facility was certified in compliance based on acceptance of a credible allegation of compliance and plan of correction, with no specific deficiencies detailed. Prior inspections had identified various deficiencies related mainly to resident care practices, including safe transfer techniques and infection control, as well as medication administration and documentation issues. Complaint investigations included a substantiated case in May 2022 where the facility failed to provide adequate supervision during a mechanical lift transfer, resulting in staff suspension; most other complaints were unsubstantiated or found the facility in substantial compliance. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history shows some recurring themes around care and infection control, but recent corrective actions suggest improvement over time.
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Iowa average 21.7
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 11 citations resulted from standard inspections.
100% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 0.6
0
100% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 0.9
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 11, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Sep 11, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 26, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Sep 26, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Sunrise Retirement Community is located in Sioux City, Iowa.
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4.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sioux City's city center to Sunrise Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.49 miles to nearest hospital (Beckys Massage & Body Therapy)
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
14% better than Iowa average
Iowa average ratio: 2.00:1
5% worse than Iowa average
Iowa average: 7.4 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hours
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.2 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
1,464 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 68 | 0 | 68 | 15,387 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 4,610 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 20 | 0 | 20 | 4,339 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 19 | 1 | 20 | 3,940 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,704 | 79 | 87% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,290 | 81 | 89% | 7.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 493 | 60 | 66% | 8.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 58 | 64% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 450 | 57 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 445 | 74 | 81% | 5.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 404 | 64 | 70% | 6.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 323 | 54 | 59% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 164 | 46 | 51% | 3.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 69 | 14 | 15% | 4.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 6 | 7% | 4.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 21 | 34 | 37% | 0.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3% | 1 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
67
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.1
21% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 10.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.6
33% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 21.6
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.2%
In line with Iowa average
Iowa average: 18.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.7%
46% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 19.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
13.8%
47% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 26.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.6%
28% worse than Iowa average
Iowa average: 3.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.6%
40% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.2%
52% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 2.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.2%
35% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.7%
33% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 19.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.5%
In line with Iowa average
Iowa average: 94.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.2%
In line with Iowa average
Iowa average: 95.3%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.20
19% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 1.48
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.15
In line with Iowa average
Iowa average: 2.09
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
16% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 85.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
13.0%
604% worse than Iowa average
Iowa average: 1.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.3%
25% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 73.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
13.6%
36% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 21.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
4.6%
65% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 13.1%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
3.2%
319% worse than Iowa average
Iowa average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
60.0%
12% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
48.3%
5% worse than Iowa average
Iowa average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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NH
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Sunrise Retirement Community has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to IA state health department records, Sunrise Retirement Community's license number is 970316.
According to IA state health department records, Sunrise Retirement Community's license expires on April 30, 2026.
The team at Sunrise Retirement Community can be reached at [email protected].
Chris Schenkelberg is the administrator of Sunrise Retirement Community.
Sunrise Retirement Community has 74 beds.
(712) 276-3821 will put you in contact with the team at Sunrise Retirement Community.
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