Sunnyside Healthcare Center
Nursing Home · Sunnyside, WA
CMS certification number505226
Contact & location
721 Otis AvenueSunnyside, WA 98944
Yakima County
- Phone
- (509) 837-2122
- ZIP code
- 98944 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 80
- Residents per day
- 75.8 (95% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Sunnyside SNF Healthcare LLC
- Chain
- Pacs Group (274 facilities, avg 2.9★)
- Medicare certified since
- June 1, 1974
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.62 (state 4.37 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.51 (state 0.94 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.72 (state 0.77 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.38 (state 2.66 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 3.22 (state 3.81 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 21.3 (state 45.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 30.0 (state 45.4 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- December 12, 2025
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 15.0 (state 16.1 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 4
- Infection control citations
- 1
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 37 health · 43 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-24 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-07-30 |
| 2026-03-09 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. F0561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-20 |
| 2026-03-09 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. F0553 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-20 |
| 2026-02-09 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. F0585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. F0605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. F0676 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-12-12 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-13 |
| 2025-06-17 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-07-16 |
| 2025-03-27 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-18 |
| 2025-03-27 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-18 |
| 2025-03-27 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. F0676 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-18 |
| 2025-01-31 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-02-13 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-11-22 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. F0558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-11-22 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. F0759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-11-22 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-11-22 | Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. F0559 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-11-22 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-11-22 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-11-22 | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. F0847 · Administration Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-11-22 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2023-12-04 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-12-28 |
| 2023-10-10 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2023-11-03 |
| 2023-10-10 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-03 |
| 2023-10-10 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-03 |
| 2023-10-10 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-03 |
| 2023-10-10 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. F0676 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-03 |
| 2023-10-10 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. F0759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-03 |
| 2023-10-10 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-03 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
3 penalties in the last three years, including $92,827 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-22 | Fine | $60,632 |
| 2023-10-10 | Fine | $24,752 |
| 2023-08-24 | Fine | $7,443 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Truist Bank (organization) | 5%+ Security Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Duncan, James (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Flemming, Stanley (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Providence Administrative Consulting Services INC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Providence Group NH, LLC (organization) | Direct Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Pacs Group, INC. (organization) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Pacs Holdings, LLC (organization) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Apt, Frederick (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Duncan, James (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Flemming, Stanley (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hissam, Elaine (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Jergensen, Joshua (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Mitchell, John (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Sunnyside Healthcare Center?
Sunnyside Healthcare Center has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.2-star average in Washington.
How many beds does Sunnyside Healthcare Center have?
It has 80 certified beds and cares for about 76 residents per day.
Has Sunnyside Healthcare Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 3 penalties totaling $92,827 in the last three years.
Who owns Sunnyside Healthcare Center?
It is part of Pacs Group and is classified as for profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of Sunnyside Healthcare Center?
(509) 837-2122. The facility is located at 721 Otis Avenue, Sunnyside, WA 98944.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.