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South Lincoln Nursing Center
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Kemmerer, WY
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Aerial view of South Lincoln Nursing Center with surrounding trees Exterior view of South Lincoln Nursing Center entrance Staff assisting a resident in a common area

South Lincoln Nursing Center

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Kemmerer, WY
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
711 Onyx St, Kemmerer, WY 83101 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of South Lincoln Nursing Center

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South Lincoln Nursing Center, located in Lincoln County, Wyoming, offers a compassionate and professional environment for elders needing skilled nursing care. With a history rooted in the early 20th century, this community has evolved into a vital resource for the people of Kemmerer, celebrated for nearly 20 years of certification by the state of Wyoming as a quality nursing center. South Lincoln Nursing Center accommodates 24 residents in nine semi-private and six private rooms, each tastefully decorated and equipped with individual heating, air conditioning, TV, and telephone connections.

A centrally located nursing station ensures excellent visibility and immediate response, with a nurse’s call system available at each resident’s bed and other care areas. Additional services include pharmaceutical consultation, laboratory and x-ray services, recreation and therapeutic activities, and social services. The dedication to exceptional care and community involvement makes South Lincoln Nursing Center a top choice for assisted living in the region.

Facility Direct Line (307) 877-5717
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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▼ 32.0% Below WY avg. ▼ 32.0% Below WY avg.WY average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 4.2% Above WY avg. ▲ 4.2% Above WY avg.WY average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▼ 71.4% Below WY avg. ▼ 71.4% Below WY avg.WY average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▼ 36.5% Below WY avg. ▼ 36.5% Below WY avg.WY average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Wyoming state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 3rd out of 14 homes in Wyoming for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 31m per day
Rank #3 / 14Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 14 homes in Wyoming for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Wyoming average, with a ranking across 14 Wyoming facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Wyoming that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Wyoming avg (4h 32m per day)
vs Wyoming avg
+0%

0 of 5 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +31% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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. 1h 3m per day ▲ 17% State avg: 54m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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. 38m per day ▲ 31% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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. 2h 47m per day ▲ 13% State avg: 2h 28m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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. 3h 49m per day ▲ 15% State avg: 3h 18m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Weekend RN Info 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. 44m per day ▲ 19% State avg: 37m per day · National avg: 29m per day
Bed community size
24-bed community Rank #29 / 30Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 30 homes in Wyoming for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Wyoming facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Wyoming that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #31 / 54Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 54 homes in Wyoming for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Wyoming facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Wyoming that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Rank #14 / 26Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 26 homes in Wyoming for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wyoming average, with its Statewide rank out of 26. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Wyoming that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Wyoming average: 74.2%
Occupied beds
16 / 24
Average occupied beds in Wyoming homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyLincoln
License Number15187
CMS Certification Number53A051

Ownership & Operating Entity

South Lincoln Nursing Center is administered by David Ryerse.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of NursingDevon Delgado

Contact Information

Email dryerse@slhd.org
Fax307-877-3236

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Inspection History

In Wyoming, the Department of Health, Healthcare Licensing and Surveys is the regulatory authority that conducts unannounced inspections and manages quality reports for all licensed facilities.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 13 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Wyoming state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Wyoming state average
Overall vs. WY average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Wyoming average:
• Total deficiencies (13% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWY Averagevs. WY Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1315 This facility has 13% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Wyoming nursing home (13 vs. WY avg 15).↓ 13% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The July 10, 2025 inspection found 9 deficiencies including unlicensed nursing home administrator, verbal abuse, improper psychotropic medication use, inadequate activities, and infection control failures.
  • The facility lacked a licensed nursing home administrator from July through December 2025, with repeated citations for this regulatory violation until a licensed administrator was assigned in November.
  • The December 11, 2025 revisit survey confirmed all prior deficiencies were corrected and found no new noncompliance or complaints.
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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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.71
32% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 1.30

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.68
23% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 2.19

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

This home is administered by David Ryerse.

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 53A051

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kemmerer's city center to South Lincoln Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Lincoln Nursing Center

What neighborhood is South Lincoln Nursing Center in?

South Lincoln Nursing Center is in the Onyx Street neighborhood of Kemmerer.

Who is the Director of Nursing at South Lincoln Nursing Center?

Devon Delgado is the Director of Nursing at South Lincoln Nursing Center.

Is South Lincoln Nursing Center in a walkable area?

South Lincoln Nursing Center has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of South Lincoln Nursing Center?

According to WY state health department records, South Lincoln Nursing Center's license number is 15187.

What is the occupancy rate at South Lincoln Nursing Center?

South Lincoln Nursing Center's occupancy is 67%.

Are pets allowed at South Lincoln Nursing Center?

No, South Lincoln Nursing Center has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for South Lincoln Nursing Center?

The team at South Lincoln Nursing Center can be reached at dryerse@slhd.org.

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