St George, UT · 100 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of St George's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,820–$11,530/mo
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Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins
160 North 200 East, Ivins, UT 84738 · Washington County
92
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (102 of 108 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
One of Ivins's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Ivins, UT, with 108 certified beds and an average of about 102 residents per day. It operates as part of the Avalon Health Care network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 6.06 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.53 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (6.06 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Ivins for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 108
- Avg. residents/day
- 102
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Avalon Health Care
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 465180
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,820–$11,530/mo (median $9,360) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local St. George prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 6.06
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.53
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 36.1%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 11
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-20
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (12 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-20Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2025-05-20Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-05-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2025-05-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2025-05-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
2025-05-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-05-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-05-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
160 North 200 East, Ivins, UT
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins
How much does Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins cost?
Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Ivins, UT area typically runs $7,820–$11,530 per month (median $9,360, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins?
Staff provide about 6.06 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins?
Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins has 12 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins have availability?
Typically 94% full (102 of 108 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins offer?
Southern Utah Veterans Home - Ivins in Ivins, UT offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 108 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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