Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home
315 North Washington St · Viborg, SD · 57070 · 6053265161
46 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Hospital-based
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.74 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.48 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.42 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $32,536 |
Inspection citations (3 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E February 21, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 31, 2023
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 22, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 31, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 22, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 31, 2023 | Fine | $32,536 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 435120 · certified since April 1, 2004. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.