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Compare Nursing Homes around Watertown
The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.
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| Jenkin‘s Living Center |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Watertown (South Maple) | 110 |
70.1%
Facility
70.1%
SD AVG
79.9%
Rank
#40 / 59 | -12% | 4.44
Facility
4.44
SD AVG
4.34
Rank
#15 / 62 | -30% | +2% | 2
Facility
2
SD AVG
1.5 | 25
Facility
25
SD AVG
14.8
Rank
#48 / 64 | 4.2
Facility
4.2
SD AVG
3.3
Rank
#44 / 64 | 3
Facility
3
SD AVG
2.1 | 69 |
85
Facility
85
SD AVG
36
Rank
#1 / 27 | Doug Austin | $17.2M
Facility
$17.2M
SD AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#16 / 59 | $6.3M
Facility
$6.3M
SD AVG
$2.6M
Rank
#8 / 59 | 36.9%
Facility
36.9%
SD AVG
40.8%
Rank
#4 / 59 | 435036 | ||||
| Avantara Watertown |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Watertown (4Th Avenue Northeast) | 51 |
90.2%
Facility
90.2%
SD AVG
79.9%
Rank
#15 / 59 | +13% | 3.58
Facility
3.58
SD AVG
4.34
Rank
#32 / 62 | +27% | -18% | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
1.5 | 7
Facility
7
SD AVG
14.8
Rank
#9 / 64 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
SD AVG
3.3
Rank
#9 / 64 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
2.1 | 46 |
69
Facility
69
SD AVG
36
Rank
#2 / 27 | Lynna Speier | $7.9M
Facility
$7.9M
SD AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#28 / 59 | $2.4M
Facility
$2.4M
SD AVG
$2.6M
Rank
#35 / 59 | 30.8%
Facility
30.8%
SD AVG
40.8%
Rank
#35 / 59 | 435068 | ||||
| Avantara Watertown |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Watertown | 51 |
90.2%
Facility
90.2%
SD AVG
79.9%
Rank
#15 / 59 | +13% | 3.58
Facility
3.58
SD AVG
4.34
Rank
#32 / 62 | +27% | -18% | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
1.5 | 7
Facility
7
SD AVG
14.8
Rank
#9 / 64 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
SD AVG
3.3
Rank
#9 / 64 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
2.1 | 46 |
85
Facility
85
SD AVG
36 | Lynna Speier | $7.9M
Facility
$7.9M
SD AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#28 / 59 | $2.4M
Facility
$2.4M
SD AVG
$2.6M
Rank
#35 / 59 | 30.8%
Facility
30.8%
SD AVG
40.8%
Rank
#35 / 59 | 435068 | ||||
| Jenkin`s Living Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Watertown | 110 |
70.1%
Facility
70.1%
SD AVG
79.9%
Rank
#40 / 59 | -12% | 4.44
Facility
4.44
SD AVG
4.34
Rank
#15 / 62 | -30% | +2% | 2
Facility
2
SD AVG
1.5 | 25
Facility
25
SD AVG
14.8
Rank
#48 / 64 | 4.2
Facility
4.2
SD AVG
3.3
Rank
#44 / 64 | 3
Facility
3
SD AVG
2.1 | 69 |
85
Facility
85
SD AVG
36 | Doug Austin | $17.2M
Facility
$17.2M
SD AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#16 / 59 | $6.3M
Facility
$6.3M
SD AVG
$2.6M
Rank
#8 / 59 | 36.9%
Facility
36.9%
SD AVG
40.8%
Rank
#4 / 59 | 435036 |
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.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Avantara Watertown
Avantara Watertown is one-of-a-kind superior care that creates an atmosphere of comfort and security for a distinct living focused on relaxation and recovery. As one of South Dakota’s most trusted rehabilitative homes, there is a merit of an incomparable level of care that provoke quality service delivered by only the best team of professionals who offer tailored personal care plans for each unique individual; with that merit comes a two-time recognition as the ‘Best Nursing Homes – Long-Term Care’ by the U.S. News and World Report. Avantara Watertown has the privilege of maximizing advanced medical services that lead to an enhanced caliber of life.
The areas of excellence are found in the range of an array of specialized services such as; cardiac care, bariatric care, G-tube, IV therapy, orthopedic care, oncology care, stroke recovery, wound care, and memory care. The list of accommodations extends to the comprehensive care plan physical therapy equipment, a team of full-time therapists on-site, and a home assessment completed.
Jenkin's Living Center is a South Dakota State licensed, 110 bed skilled long term care facility located in Watertown. It offers a complete rehabilitation program for inpatient and outpatient care, providing compassionate and loving care for all residents. The facility is committed to creating a home-like atmosphere where residents and their families feel confident and informed.
Avantara Watertown is a senior living community in Watertown, South Dakota. It offers a range of advanced healthcare services including short-term rehabilitation, stroke and neurological care, cardiac care, oncology recovery, wound care, orthopedic rehabilitation, and pulmonary care. The facility is designed to provide a serene environment for residents, ensuring comfort and support during their recovery.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment
01
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
Includes
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
QM Rating
Long-Stay QM
Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Includes
Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
RN vs State
Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
Includes
Citations
Citations/Inspection
Severe Citations
Fines
Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
Includes
Occupancy vs State
Avg Length of Stay
Revenue
Payroll %
Years in Operation
Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
Includes
Walk Score
BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Watertown, SD
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in South Dakota?
Assisted living in South Dakota is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does South Dakota Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — South Dakota Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 4 nursing homes in Watertown, SD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Watertown, SD?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Watertown, SD, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Watertown, SD?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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