About Tekakwitha Living Center
Tekakwitha Living Center, located in SISSETON, SD, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Tekakwitha Living Center
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 2.78 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
Tekakwitha Living Center provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 3 |
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| Staffing | 2 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 100 | Jan 22, 2026 |
| Weighted Average | 102 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | N/A |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 0.4% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.7% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 18.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 12.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 9.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 5.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 2.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 3.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 12.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 21.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 49.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 68.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 1.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 22.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 18.9% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 2 complaints
- 2025: 3 complaints
- Total: 5 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Aug 02, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| Aug 02, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. |
| Aug 02, 2025 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| Feb 24, 2024 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. |
| Feb 24, 2024 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. |
Nearby Hospitals
COTEAU DES PRAIRIES HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
SISSETON, SD
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
TEKAKWITHA NURSING CENTER INC
Ownership Structure
- COTEAU DES PRAIRIES HOSPITAL Direct: 100%
Management & Direction
- ERIN CAMERON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- COTEAU DES PRAIRIES HOSPITAL OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DAVID GLEASON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MATTHEW GLYNN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- LESLIE HENDRICKSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- YVONNE HIPPEN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- TERRY JASPERS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- FAYE JOHNSTON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- STEVEN MCCLEEREY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- GERALDINE OPSAL CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CHAD STROSCHEIN CORPORATE OFFICER
- CHAD STROSCHEIN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- GREGORY WEAVER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bethesda Home | N/A | 5 |
| Browns Valley Health Center | N/A | 3 |
| Tekakwitha Living Center | N/A | 1 |
| Strand-Kjorsvig Community Rest Home | N/A | 2 |
| Wilmot Care Center Inc | N/A | 1 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Tekakwitha Living Center directly at 6056987693. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.