South Lyon Medical Center
213 Whitacre St · Yerington, NV · 89447 · 7754632301
49 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Hospital-based
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 79 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.59 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.16 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.73 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 54% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (52 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected July 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected August 12, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 24, 2025
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 17, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
Corrected August 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected July 30, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
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.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected August 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 23, 2024
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Administration
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 295011 · certified since January 15, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.