Total health inspections
6
South Dakota average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Jenkin‘s Living Center
Independent Living Home
Jenkin‘s Living Center
Independent Living Home
Overview of Jenkin‘s Living Center
Jenkin’s Living Center is a skilled nursing facility that boosts the recovery experience of its residents through a professional and patient care approach. The health and rehab center strives to work everyday with quality service to its residents so that residents maintain a level of independence and individuality. Residents of Jenkin’s receive full support that helps nourish their holistic needs in a charming and convenient environment.
Nursing home services are supported by state-of-the-art technologies that help speed the recovery journey. These include individualized care plans, medication management, specialized therapy programs, restaurant-style dining, social activities, scheduled transportation, and 24-hour skilled nursing care.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
110
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
70.1%
Residents per day (avg)
69
Occupancy rate
70.1%
Residents per day (avg)
69
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
85% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
23 days
Private pay
13% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Medicaid
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
11 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$17.2M
Surplus of revenue
$3.4M
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$17,179,449.00
Surplus of revenue
$3,386,204.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.8M
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 85 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Home
License Date
January 7, 2025
License Expiration
June 30, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
10703
CMS Certification Number:
435036
County:
Codington
Ownership & operating entity
Jenkin‘s Living Center is administrated by Klapprodt, Kasey.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mistey Knecht, Social Worker
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Jenkin‘s Living Center
Independent Living
Nursing Home
Compare Independent Living around Watertown
The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.
Jenkin‘s Living Center
-30%
+2%
-12%
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Watertown
110
No
85
AUSTIN, DOUG
70.1%
$11,323,736.00
$6,338,541.00
56%
68.70
4.4413
2
25
3
-30%+2%-12%Private Rooms
Edgewood Prairie Crossings Assisted Living
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Sioux Falls
68
No
31
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Private Rooms
Edgewood Watertown
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Watertown
66
No
18
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Private Rooms
Avantara Watertown
+27%
-18%
+13%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
SD 57201
51
No
69
SPEIER, LYNNA
90.2%
$7,916,419.00
$2,439,166.00
30.8%
46.20
3.5762
1
7
1
+27%-18%+13%Private Rooms
Benet Place Senior Apartments
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Watertown
38
Yes
0
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Private Rooms
Jenkin‘s Living Center
Type of care:
IL
SNF
Community:
Watertown
Bed Count:
110
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
AUSTIN, DOUG
CCN:
435036
Occupancy:
70.1%
Home Revenue:
$11,323,736.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,338,541.00
Payroll %:
56%
Avg Residents/Day:
68.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.4413
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
25
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-30%
-30%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+2%
+2%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-12%
-12%
Bed Options:
Private Rooms
Avantara Watertown
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
SD 57201
Bed Count:
51
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SPEIER, LYNNA
CCN:
435068
Occupancy:
90.2%
Home Revenue:
$7,916,419.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,439,166.00
Payroll %:
30.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
46.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.5762
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
7
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+27%
+27%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-18%
-18%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+13%
+13%
Bed Options:
Private Rooms
Places of interest near Jenkin‘s Living Center
0.2 miles from city center — 0.89 miles to nearest hospital (Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic)
215 S Maple, Watertown, SD 57201
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
118
Total Staff
116
Employees
2
Contractors
28,522
Total Hours (Quarter)
43
Avg Staff/Day
7.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 7.2 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 7.4 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 31 | 7.6 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
90 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
9 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
8 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.4%
of total hours from contractors
124 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 31 | 0 | 31 | 8,560 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 0 | 20 | 5,366 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 19 | 0 | 19 | 2,691 | 88 | 97% | 7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,793 | 89 | 98% | 5.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,758 | 89 | 98% | 7.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,416 | 80 | 88% | 7.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,217 | 66 | 73% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,150 | 69 | 76% | 7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 691 | 65 | 71% | 5.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 567 | 59 | 65% | 6.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 494 | 63 | 69% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 478 | 63 | 69% | 7.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 471 | 60 | 66% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 468 | 60 | 66% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 433 | 59 | 65% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 373 | 52 | 57% | 7.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 74 | 13 | 14% | 5.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 50 | 6 | 7% | 8.4 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
25
Citations per inspection
4.17
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
18 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 7 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
233% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
2
2
11% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.8
1 critical citation
2 serious citations
22 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation
Jun 11, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Jan 30, 2025
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation
Jan 30, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Jan 30, 2025
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.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
78
Total Residents
Medicare
5
(6.4%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
38
(48.7%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
35
(44.9%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.3
10% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 12.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.3
6% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 23.9
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.8%
11% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 22.3%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.7%
17% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 22.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
29.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
29.4%
10% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.3%
25% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 5.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.3%
63% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 4.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.8%
20% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 3.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.3%
15% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 5.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.5%
108% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 4.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.9%
18% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 24.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
5% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 95.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 96.9%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.47
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.47
69% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.51
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.32
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.32
29% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.85
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
18% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 84.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
19% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.7%
26% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 78.2%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
31.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
31.5%
47% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 21.5%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.7%
9% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 11.7%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.8%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.8%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
65.5%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
65.5%
22% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
64.5%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
64.5%
28% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$53K
33% higher than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: $40K
Number of fines
2
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 0.0
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$53K
South Dakota average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 4, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 4, 2024
$44K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 6, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 6, 2023
$9K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Jenkin‘s Living Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
70.1%
↓ 11.3pp vs 2023
Net Income
$3,386,204
↑ ~$4.7M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$8,128,331
↓ ~$275K vs 2023
Profit Margin
29.9%
↑ 41.5pp vs 2023
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