Inspection Reports for
Sunrise Hill Care Center

909 Sixth Street, Traer, IA, 506751399

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Deficiencies (last 6 years)

Deficiencies (over 6 years) 1.8 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

59% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 4.4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

8 6 4 2 0
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 53 residents

Based on a December 2025 inspection.

This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.

Occupancy over time

35 42 49 56 63 70 Jun 2020 Oct 2020 Apr 2023 Apr 2024 Oct 2024 Dec 2025

Inspection Report

Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Dec 30, 2025

Visit Reason
The document is a plan of correction submitted following a survey ending December 4, 2025, to address deficiencies and achieve certification compliance effective December 5, 2025.

Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance based on the credible allegation and plan of correction submitted. No specific deficiencies are detailed in this document.

Report Facts
Survey end date: Dec 4, 2025

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 53 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 4, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to implement their abuse policy, specifically the failure to complete the required Abuse and Criminal History check within 30 days of hire for one staff member.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the facility did not complete the required background check within 30 days of hire for Staff A, as acknowledged by the Manager during an interview.
Findings
The facility failed to complete the required Abuse and Criminal History check within the required 30 days of hire date for 1 of 5 staff reviewed. Staff A's background check was completed before the hire date, resulting in non-compliance with the facility's policy and state regulations.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to complete the required Abuse and Criminal History check within 30 days of hire for 1 of 5 staff reviewed.
Report Facts
Residents Affected: 53 Staff reviewed: 5 Staff with deficiency: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff ADietaryStaff member with incomplete background check
Staff BManagerAcknowledged the deficiency during interview

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Annual Inspection
Census: 53 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 4, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as the facility's annual recertification survey from December 1 to December 4, 2025.

Findings
The facility failed to implement its abuse policy by not completing the required Abuse and Criminal History check within 30 days of hire for 1 of 5 staff reviewed. The facility reported a census of 53 residents at the time of the survey.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to complete the required Abuse and Criminal History check within 30 days of hire date for 1 of 5 staff reviewed (Staff A, Dietary).
Report Facts
Residents census: 53 Staff reviewed: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff ADietary StaffNamed in deficiency for failure to complete background check within required timeframe
Staff BManagerAcknowledged the delayed employment start after background check completion

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Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 21, 2025

Visit Reason
A complaint investigation was conducted for complaint #2576054-C and facility reported incident #2576251-I from October 21, 2025 to October 28, 2025.

Complaint Details
Investigation related to complaint #2576054-C and facility incident #2576251-I; facility found in substantial compliance.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with no deficiencies cited.

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Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 31, 2024

Visit Reason
Annual survey inspection of Sunrise Hill Care Center to assess compliance with health and safety regulations.

Findings
No health deficiencies were found during the inspection.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 48 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 31, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as the annual recertification survey for Sunrise Hill Care Center from October 28, 2024 to October 31, 2024.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities following the annual recertification survey.

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Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 8, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted based on the department's acceptance of a credible allegation of compliance and plan of correction for Sunrise Hill Nursing Home.

Findings
Sunrise Hill Nursing Home is in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities as of August 8, 2024, based on the department's acceptance of the credible allegation of compliance and plan of correction.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 45 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jul 17, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted following a complaint alleging that Staff A, a Certified Nursing Assistant, treated Resident #3 in a disrespectful and undignified manner, including yelling and using foul language, and physically pushing the resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. Resident #3 reported that Staff A yelled at her using foul language, called her derogatory names, and pushed her causing a fall. The facility suspended Staff A prior to her next shift. Staff A resigned before the investigation was completed. The Director of Nursing verified the investigation and confirmed the violation of the abuse policy.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure Resident #3 was treated with dignity and respect. The investigation confirmed that Staff A used derogatory language and pushed Resident #3, causing her to fall beside her bed. Staff A admitted to calling the resident a derogatory name but denied pushing her. Staff A resigned prior to the completion of the investigation, and the facility determined that Staff A violated the abuse policy.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights, including verbal abuse and physical mistreatment of Resident #3 by Staff A.
Report Facts
Residents Affected: 1 Census: 45

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff ACertified Nursing AssistantNamed in the abuse and verbal mistreatment of Resident #3
Director of NursingPrepared and signed the Alleged Abuse Investigation summary and verified the investigation

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 45 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jul 17, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an investigation of a facility reported incident #121234-I, which was substantiated, involving alleged abuse and violation of resident rights.

Complaint Details
Investigation of complaint #121234-I was substantiated. The complaint involved abuse and violation of resident rights by a CNA who yelled and used derogatory names toward Resident #3.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that one of three residents reviewed was treated with dignity and respect, as a Certified Nursing Assistant yelled at a resident in a disrespectful and undignified manner using foul language. The facility substantiated the incident and took corrective actions including suspension and resignation of the staff involved.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to ensure that 1 of 3 residents reviewed were treated with dignity and respect; CNA yelled at Resident #3 in a disrespectful and undignified manner using foul language.
Report Facts
Census: 45 Residents reviewed: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Daniel M. LarmoreMS/NHA-LSigned as Laboratory Director or Provider/Supplier Representative and on Plan of Correction.
Staff ACertified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Named in abuse finding for yelling and using derogatory language toward Resident #3.

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Re-Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 28, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an onsite revisit of a previous survey ending April 4, 2024, to verify compliance with 42 CFR Part 483 Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities.

Findings
The Sunrise Hill Nursing Home was found to be in substantial compliance effective April 25, 2024, following the onsite revisit conducted on May 28, 2024.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 47 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Apr 4, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to concerns about safety interventions and supervision in the nursing home, specifically related to falls and injuries involving residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on falls involving Resident #2 and Resident #1. Resident #2 fell in her bathroom resulting in a right hip fracture and required hospital admission and surgery. Resident #1 was found unattended on the floor multiple times despite care plan instructions and staff reeducation. The facility acknowledged failures in supervision and gait belt use.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate safety interventions for two residents, resulting in falls and injuries including a fractured hip for Resident #2 and multiple falls for Resident #1. The facility reported a census of 47 residents and acknowledged issues with gait belt use and supervision.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to provide safety interventions required for 2 out of 4 residents reviewed, resulting in Resident #2 falling and fracturing her hip due to staff letting go of the gait belt.
Resident #1 was found unattended on the floor at least twice in his room despite care plan instructions to not leave him unattended unless in bed.
Report Facts
Residents present: 47 Falls for Resident #1: 5 Units of blood transfused: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff ACertified Nurse Assistant (CNA)Let go of Resident #2's gait belt resulting in fall and hip fracture
Staff BLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Documented Resident #2's fall and assisted with care
Director of Nursing (DON)Director of NursingAcknowledged concerns with gait belt use and supervision; provided staff education

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 47 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 4, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted following an investigation of facility reported incidents #116289-I and #117128-I, which were substantiated.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related based on substantiated incidents #116289-I and #117128-I involving resident falls and injuries.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate safety interventions and supervision for residents, resulting in falls and injuries including fractures. Deficiencies were found related to accident hazards, supervision, and use of assistive devices such as gait belts.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to provide safety interventions required for 2 out of 4 residents reviewed, resulting in falls and fractures.
Report Facts
Facility census: 47 Resident MDS assessment dates: Resident #2 MDS dated 8/10/23; Resident #1 MDS dated 12/14/23 Incident dates: Resident #2 fall and injury on 9/14/23; Resident #1 fall incidents on 2/18/24 and 3/16/24

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Daniel M. LarmoreAdministratorSigned the statement of deficiencies and plan of correction
Director of Nursing (DON)Discussed gait belt use and staff education related to Resident #2 fall
Staff A, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)Involved in Resident #2 fall incident
Staff B, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Documented Resident #2 fall and assisted Resident #1

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Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 7, 2023

Visit Reason
Annual inspection survey conducted to assess compliance with health and safety regulations at Sunrise Hill Care Center.

Findings
No health deficiencies were found during the inspection.

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Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 7, 2023

Visit Reason
An Annual Recertification Survey was conducted from September 5, 2023 to September 7, 2023.

Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance.

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Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 10, 2023

Visit Reason
An on-site revisit of the COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey/Complaint Survey ending April 10, 2023 was conducted to verify correction of previous deficiencies.

Findings
The deficiency was corrected and the facility is in substantial compliance effective April 27, 2023. The Denial of Payment for New Admits (DPNA) was not effectuated.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 53 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 10, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding inadequate supervision leading to falls with injuries for two residents at the nursing home.

Complaint Details
The investigation was complaint-driven, focusing on two residents who fell due to staff errors: Resident #1 fell after Staff A let go of the gait belt, resulting in a fractured hip; Resident #2 fell from a raised bed when Staff B stepped away to get an EZ Stand Lift, resulting in fractured leg and ribs. The complaint was substantiated with actual harm.
Findings
The facility failed to provide adequate supervision to prevent falls resulting in fractures for two residents. Staff negligence included letting go of a gait belt and leaving a bed raised, which directly contributed to the residents' injuries.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to provide adequate supervision to prevent falls resulting in fractured hip and fractured leg and ribs for two residents.
Report Facts
Census: 53 Residents affected: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff ACertified Nurse Aide (CNA)Let go of Resident #1's gait belt leading to fall and fractured hip
Staff BCertified Nurse Aide (CNA)Left Resident #2's bed raised while stepping away, resulting in fall and fractures
Staff CLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Assessed Resident #1 after fall and sent to hospital
Staff DRegistered Nurse (RN)Responded to Resident #2's fall and provided assessment
Director of Nursing (DON)Director of NursingConcurred with standards of care regarding bed position and gait belt use

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Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 10, 2023

Visit Reason
Annual inspection survey conducted to assess compliance with health and safety regulations at Sunrise Hill Care Center.

Findings
No health deficiencies were found during the inspection.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 53 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 4, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a COVID-19 focused infection control survey and an investigation of Complaint #110461-C and Facility Self-Reported Incidents #108020-I and #111585-I from April 4, 2023 to April 10, 2023.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation included Facility Self-Reported Incidents #108020-I and #111585-I, both of which were substantiated.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended COVID-19 practices. However, deficiencies were identified related to inadequate supervision and assistance to prevent resident falls, resulting in injuries including fractures for two residents.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to provide adequate supervision and assistance devices to prevent accidents, resulting in Resident #1 tripping over a walker and sustaining a fractured hip, and Resident #2 falling from a bed not in its lowest position, resulting in a fractured leg and ribs.
Report Facts
Facility census: 53 MDS score for Resident #1: 15 MDS score for Resident #2: 11 Dates of incident and documentation: Multiple dates from 9/15/22 to 4/6/23 related to resident incidents and assessments

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff ACertified Nurse Aide (CNA)Let go of Resident #1's gait belt leading to fall; involved in Resident #1 incident
Staff BCertified Nurse Aide (CNA)Did not lower Resident #2's bed leading to fall; involved in Resident #2 incident
Staff CLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Assessed Resident #1 after fall and sent to ER
Staff DRegistered Nurse (RN)Documented assessment and assisted with Resident #2 after fall
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Concurred with standards of care and bed positioning; involved in corrective action monitoring

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Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jun 22, 2022

Visit Reason
An annual Recertification Survey was conducted from June 20, 2022 to June 22, 2022.

Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance.

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Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 23, 2021

Visit Reason
An onsite revisit was conducted regarding the investigation of the Focused COVID-19 Infection Control Survey and investigation of facility reported incidents 96193-I and 100286-I conducted on October 11 - 21, 2021.

Findings
All deficiencies have been corrected and the facility was found in substantial compliance with all regulations surveyed effective November 18, 2021.

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Abbreviated Survey
Census: 48 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Oct 21, 2021

Visit Reason
A Focused COVID-19 Infection Control Survey and an investigation of facility reported incidents 96193-I and 100286-I were conducted due to concerns about infection control and reported incidents.

Complaint Details
Both facility reported incidents were substantiated.
Findings
The facility was not in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19 infection control. The facility failed to provide adequate supervision and assistance devices to prevent accidents for 3 of 4 residents reviewed, resulting in a resident fall with a hip fracture. Infection control deficiencies were also identified related to hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment.

Deficiencies (2)
Facility failed to provide each resident adequate supervision and assistance devices to prevent accidents, evidenced by a resident fall resulting in a right hip fracture.
Facility failed to establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program that provides a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment to prevent communicable diseases and infections.
Report Facts
Total residents: 48 Residents reviewed for supervision deficiency: 4 Residents with supervision deficiency: 3 Deficiency counts: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff JCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Named in the finding related to resident fall and supervision failure
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Named in interviews and corrective action plan

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 20, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a recertification health survey for the facility.

Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance at the time of the recertification health survey conducted from 2021-01-11 to 2021-01-20.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 46 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 14, 2020

Visit Reason
A Focused COVID-19 Infection Control Survey and an investigation of Complaint #93803 were conducted from 10/12 to 10/14/2020.

Complaint Details
Complaint #93803 was investigated and found to be not substantiated.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19. Complaint #93803 was not substantiated.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 55 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 24, 2020

Visit Reason
A Focused COVID-19 Infection Control Survey and an investigation of Complaint #92897 and a Facility Self-Reported Incident #90594 were conducted from 9/21-9/24/2020.

Complaint Details
Complaint #92897 and Facility Self-Reported Incident #90594 were investigated and found not substantiated.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19. Both the Complaint and the Incident were not substantiated.

Report Facts
Total residents: 55

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 63 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jun 9, 2020

Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey was conducted to assess the facility's compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19 preparation.

Report Facts
Total residents: 63

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