Sunnyside Care Center
16561 Us Highway 10 · Lake Park, MN · 56554 · 2182385944
30 certified beds Government - County
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.48 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.03 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.85 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 27% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G April 17, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 17, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 1, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected July 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected July 26, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected July 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 6, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 11, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected August 11, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F June 28, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 11, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected August 11, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245597 · certified since February 1, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.