Sunnyside Care Center
16561 Us Highway 10, Lake Park, MN 56554 · Becker County · (218) 238-5944
30 certified beds, about 27 residents a day · Government - County · Medicare and Medicaid since 1992
Certified for Medicaid Certified for Medicare
Overall
5 of 5
Health inspections
4 of 5
Staffing
5 of 5
Quality measures
4 of 5
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 245597 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on June 9, 2026, inspectors cited 0 health deficiencies (the Minnesota average is 7.1, the national average 9.2).
Of 12 health citations since March 2024, 1 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 5.07 hours per resident per day, against 4.19 across Minnesota and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.93 of those hours.
28.9% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Minnesota average 42.2%).
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
503/24
506/25
204/26
006/26
Potential for minimal harm Potential for more than minimal harm Actual harm Immediate jeopardy Found on a complaint visit
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 12 health citations on file.
Severity
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
0J
0K
0L
Actual harm
1G
0H
0I
Potential for more than minimal harm
10D
1E
0F
Potential for minimal harm
0A
0B
0C
June 9, 2026Standard inspection · 0 citations · risk-based survey (a shorter visit CMS gives only to higher performing homes)
April 17, 2026Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and document review, the facility failed to implement standards of practice to ensure a safe transfer for 1 of 3 residents (R1) reviewed for accidents. This resulted in actual harm when R1 fell from the lift during a staff assisted transfer, sustained a small subarachnoid hemorrhage, hematoma and open wound at back of head, prominent soft tissue swelling and bruising of the right elbow, was sent to the emergency department (ED), admitted to the hospital, required overnight neurological monitoring, wound care and pain control. The facility implemented corrective action, so the deficient practice was issued at past non-compliance.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and document review the facility failed to ensure personal protective equipment (PPE) practices and hand hygiene were performed during a high contact care activity for 1 of 3 residents (R1) in enhanced barrier precautions (EBP) with indwelling devices and open wound.
June 11, 2025Standard inspection · 5 citations
- D Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and document review, the facility failed to obtain informed consent and provide education to the resident or resident representative on the risks and benefits regarding the use of opioid medication for 1 of 5 residents (R22) reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and document review, the facility failed to comprehensively assess the use of a restrictive device as a potential restraint for 1 of 1 resident (R22) reviewed for restraints.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and document review, the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS) correctly for 1 of 1 residents (R12) reviewed for resident assessment.
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteR3 R3's significant change of status MDS dated [DATE], identified R3 was cognitively intact and had diagnoses which included: heart failure, arthritis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (lung condition that restricts breathing). Identified R3 used a walker for mobility and required supervision or touching assistance for dressing, transfers and walking. R3's activity of daily living (ADL) Function/Rehabilitation Potential CAA dated 5/22/25, identified R3 required assistance in ADLs, had impaired balance and transition during transfers and functional impairment in activity. R3's contributing factors included generalized weakness and decreased safety awareness. R3's Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Morse Fall Scale assessment dated [DATE], identified R3 had a history of falling, and had a score of 65, which indicated R3 was at high risk for falls. [...]
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and document review, the facility failed to comprehensively assess and attempt alternatives prior to use of bed rails for 2 of 2 residents (R5, R26 ) reviewed who were observed to have bed rails.
March 6, 2024Standard inspection · 5 citations
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and document review, the facility failed to ensure personal laundry was transported in a manner that prevented risk of contamination for 2 of 3 hallways observed for linen transportation. In addition, the facility failed to complete hand hygiene during linen delivery and ensure safe delivery of beverages during dining observation.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and document review, the facility failed to provide a dignified dining experience for 1 of 1 residents (R16) who received assistance with eating in the dining room. Findings Include: R16's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], identified R16 had severe cognitive impairment and had diagnoses which included: anxiety, depression, cerebral vascular accident (CVA/stroke) hemiplegia (paralysis on one side of body), and hemiparesis (weakness on one side of body) R16's care plan revised 3/4/24, identified R16 had self-care performance deficit related to hemiplegia and hemiparesis affecting left non-dominant side. R16's interventions included assistance with hygiene, bathing and dressing. R16's care plan identified R16 had potential for altered nutritional status related to CVA and required set up and assistance at times with eating. [...]
- D Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and document review, the facility failed to ensure nebulizer medications were administered safely for 2 of 2 resident (R26, R9) who were observed to self administer a nebulizer and had not been assessed as safe to self administer medications.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and document review, the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS) correctly for 1 of 1 residents (R79) reviewed for resident assessment.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and document review, the facility failed to provide range of motion services to prevent potential decrease in range of motion (ROM) for 1 of 1 residents (R9) reviewed who required range of motion for restorative nursing exercises.
Fire safety inspections
2 fire safety citations on file: 1 on June 9, 2026, 1 on March 6, 2024.
Every fire safety citation2 citations
- F Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.
- D Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 5.07 | 4.19 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.93 | 1.06 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 4.47 | 3.71 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 3.55 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.60 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 28.9% | 42.2% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 22.2% | 38.6% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 3.43 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 5.32 on weekdays and 4.47 on weekends, 16% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.1% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 4.97 in April to June 2025 to 5.07 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 5.07 | 0.93 | 5.32 | 4.47 | 0.1% | 0 of 90 | 27 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 5.48 | 1.03 | 5.73 | 4.85 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 26 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 5.36 | 1.03 | 5.63 | 4.68 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 27 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 4.97 | 0.92 | 5.18 | 4.45 | 0.5% | 0 of 91 | 28 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Minnesota, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.19 | 1.05 | 4.38 | 3.73 | 5.2% | 0.8% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Minnesota | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.4 | 18.2 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.4 | 1.9 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.9 | 2.6 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.6 | 4.0 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 13.0 | 20.5 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.5 | 5.2 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 15.3 | 17.1 | 15.4 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: SUNNYSIDE NURSING HOME.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knoll, Christopher | Corporate director | Individual | 08/01/2023 | |
| Nelson, Barry | Corporate director | Individual | 01/01/2005 | |
| Amundson, Samantha | Corporate officer | Individual | 12/11/2019 | |
| Boman, Priscilla | Corporate officer | Individual | 10/22/2019 | |
| Christensen, Johanna | Corporate officer | Individual | 12/11/2019 | |
| Grimsley, Benjamin | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/01/2010 | |
| Heide, Kenneth | Corporate officer | Individual | 03/22/2016 | |
| Hendren, Caroline | Corporate officer | Individual | 08/01/2023 | |
| Meyer, David | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/24/2023 | |
| Minnewaska Lutheran Home | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 08/01/2023 | |
| Larson, Julie | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 08/01/2023 | |
| McNally, Ashley | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 02/19/2019 | |
| Becker County | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 08/01/2023 | |
| Minnewaska Lutheran Home | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 01/30/2026 | |
| Larson, Julie | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 09/19/2025 | |
| McNally, Ashley | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 07/09/2025 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on April 17, 2026: "Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 3 problems in this area, most recently on June 11, 2025: "Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on April 17, 2026: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on June 11, 2025: "Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment."
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- Pelican Valley Health Center Pelican Rapids, 21.3 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 7 citations
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Minnesota contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Minnesota. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- State inspection reports: MDH Nursing and Boarding Care Home Survey and Complaint Inspection Findings, where Minnesota publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Sunnyside Care Center's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Sunnyside Care Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Sunnyside Care Center get at its last inspection?
- 0 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on June 9, 2026. The Minnesota average is 7.1.
- Has Sunnyside Care Center been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Sunnyside Care Center accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Sunnyside Care Center?
- CMS lists 16 owners and managers. Legal business name: SUNNYSIDE NURSING HOME.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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