Avera Prince of Peace
4513 South Prince of Peace Place, Sioux Falls, SD 57103 · (605) 322-5600
Non profit - Church related · 126 certified beds
Avera Prince of Peace has a 4-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in August 2025, found 9 citations (the South Dakota average is 6.7). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $8,278 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on August 21, 2025 found 9 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.August 21, 2025 · F0565 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.August 21, 2025 · F0583 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.August 21, 2025 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.August 21, 2025 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.August 21, 2025 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.August 21, 2025 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.August 21, 2025 · F0605 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.August 21, 2025 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.August 21, 2025 · F0759 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 4 citations.
- Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.November 6, 2025 · F0627 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.November 6, 2025 · F0628 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.July 3, 2025 · F0610 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.July 3, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $8,278July 2, 2025
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | South Dakota average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 5.74 | 3.79 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 1.47 | 0.80 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.68 | 0.47 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 3.59 | 2.52 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 25% | 48.2% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Church related |
| Certified beds | 126 |
| Average residents per day | 120.5 |
| Inside a hospital | Yes |
| Continuing care retirement community | Yes |
Nursing homes nearby
- Bethany Home Sioux Falls Sioux Falls · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Dow Rummel Village Sioux Falls · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor Sioux Falls · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center Sioux Falls · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Village Sioux Falls · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
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