Brio of Johnston Assisted Living
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Johnston, IA
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Brio of Johnston Assisted Living

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Johnston, IA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Brio of Johnston Assisted Living accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Brio of Johnston Assisted Living

Brio of Johnston Assisted Living is a 68-bed nursing home and assisted living community at 6901 Peckham Street in Johnston, Iowa. It opened seven years ago and now operates at 54 percent occupancy. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay give families multiple routes for coverage. The starting monthly price is $2,000.

Short-term rehabilitation is the facility’s core clinical program, anchored by 24-hour staffing totaling 5 hours 18 minutes of nursing care per resident day. Staffing breakdowns include registered nurses providing 58 minutes daily, nurse aides delivering 2 hours 50 minutes, and LPNs or LVNs contributing 48 minutes per day. The average stay length runs 64 days, which reflects the community’s shorter-stay rehabilitation model. Brio of Johnston Assisted Living sits in a car-dependent part of Johnston, so visiting family and residents typically need a vehicle for most errands and outings. It offers a cutting-edge wellness center along with a library, walking trails, and a pet recreation area for those wanting activity and connection. A chapel, salon, general store, and guest room round out the amenities. Occupants can access respite care services, valuable for families needing momentary placement or relief during a care transition.

State inspections have found Brio of Johnston Assisted Living operating with no major compliance issues, with recent inspection activity clearing complaint investigations.

The community’s focus on rehabilitation and respite care naturally fits people healing from an acute hospital stay or injury, or those needing temporary care relief.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 2.1% Below IA avg. ▼ 2.1% Below IA avg.IA average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 5.2% Above IA avg. ▲ 5.2% Above IA avg.IA average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 12.8% Above IA avg. ▲ 12.8% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 22.2% Above IA avg. ▲ 22.2% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs Iowa averages

Rank #30 / 231Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 231 homes we track in Iowa for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 231 Iowa facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 30th out of 231 homes we track in Iowa for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.

5h 10m

20% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
1h 8m
+33% State avg: 51m per day · National avg: 42m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
59m
+52% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
3h 4m
+7% State avg: 2h 52m per day · National avg: 2h 24m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
4h 40m
+20% State avg: 3h 52m per day · National avg: 3h 30m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
5m
+127% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
43m
+41% State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 29m per day

All 6 underlying metrics are above the state average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 68 Rank #170 / 403Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 170th out of 403 homes we track in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. Rank #211 / 286Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 211th out of 286 homes we track in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
7 years
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #232 / 362Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 232nd out of 362 homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 362. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
54% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupied beds
37 / 68
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
64 days

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 18, 2018
ExpirationOctober 18, 2026
CountyPolk
License NumberS0395
CMS Certification Number165624

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brio of Johnston Assisted Living is administered by Teresa Krueger.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax5153507782

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
Library
Walking Paths
Recreation Area
Chapel
Salon
General Store
Activities
Specific ProgramsShort-Term Rehabilitation
Religious Services
Volunteer Program

Pricing & Financial Information

IL$2,000 per month
AL$4,000 per month

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Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 2 violations 5 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. Iowa state average
Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Total violations (93% below)
• Violations per inspection (77% below)

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total violations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 227 This facility has 93% fewer total violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (2 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 93% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 0.41.76 This facility has 77% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa nursing home (0.4 vs. IA avg 1.76).↓ 77% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 513 This facility has had 62% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (5 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 62% fewer

CMS Health Inspection History

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Inspections Since 2023 · 3 years of data
Total health inspections 5

State average 4.9


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations
10 Rank #61 / 232Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 232 homes we track in Iowa for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Iowa State average, with a ranking across all 232 IA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 21.7

Citations per inspection
2 Rank #19 / 232Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 232 homes we track in Iowa for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Iowa mean across 232 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 4.11


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

7 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 10 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 10 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
1
67% worse than State average

State average: 0.6


Serious health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.9

1 critical citation State average: 0.6

0 serious citations State average: 0.9

9 moderate citations State average: 19.7

0 minor citations State average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Mar 13, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Mar 13, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jun 19, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Apr 25, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 99
Employees 69
Contractors 30
Staff to resident ratio 3.00 : 1
47% more staff per resident than Iowa average
Iowa average ratio: 2.05 : 1 Iowa average ratio: 2.05 : 1See full Iowa ranking
Avg staff/day 24
Average shift 7.9 hours
7% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 7.4 hours Iowa average shift: 7.4 hoursSee full Iowa ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 17,379

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 14 total: 12 full-time employees and 2 contractors. 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 9 total: 6 full-time employees and 3 contractors. 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 38 total: 30 full-time employees and 8 contractors. 38
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

11%

1,904 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 8 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Licensed Practical Nurse: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3 Registered Nurse: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant308385,98892100%8.6
Medication Aide/Technician120122,71992100%9.7
Licensed Practical Nurse6392,23492100%9.2
Registered Nurse122142,0199199%9
Dietitian2025615964%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist3035366065%8
Administrator1014936267%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker1014446267%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide0224367784%5.6
Nurse Practitioner1014205358%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0443546470%5.1
Speech Language Pathologist0223246368%4.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0112686368%4.3
Qualified Social Worker0332656874%3.3
RN Director of Nursing1012032628%7.8
Occupational Therapy Aide011631314%4.8
Medical Director011301516%2
Occupational Therapy Assistant0332378%3.3
38 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
12 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
9 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
14 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2023

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $7K Rank #150 / 239Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th out of 239 homes we track in Iowa for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Iowa average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 239 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
86% lower than Iowa average

Iowa average: $48K

Number of fines 1
41% fewer fines than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $7K
Iowa average $48K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Sep 14, 2023 · $7K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Sep 14, 2023
$7K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.3
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 10.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 28.2
30% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 21.6

Long-stay resident measures
Average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 14.3%
24% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 18.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 25.9%
32% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 44.3%
69% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 26.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 10.5%
190% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 0.8%
81% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 5.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 29.1%
53% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.8%
5% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 94.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 95.3%

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.0%
14% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 85.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.3%
82% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.5%
30% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 73.3%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

61% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 17 days

Private pay

38% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 33
Medicare
12
36.4% of residents
Medicaid
1
3% of residents
Private pay or other
20
60.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$5.2M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$4.8M
For-profit Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$5.2M Rank #135 / 224Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 135th out of 224 homes we track in Iowa. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Iowa average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$4.8M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$4.8M
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #73 / 224Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 224 homes we track in Iowa. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Iowa average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$4.4M 84.6% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #9 / 224Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 224 homes we track in Iowa. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Iowa average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$5.6M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$10.0M

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (61% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 17 days.

Admissions
192 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 61%
Private pay 38%
Medicaid 1%
Discharges
194 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 57%
Private pay 43%

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Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Iowa average is: 60.3% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Friendship Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Waterloo
72
Facility 72
IA AVG 72
Rank #143 / 403
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #40 / 362
+37%
5.78
Facility 5.78
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #9 / 231
+5%+34%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #44 / 232
2.0
Facility 2.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #19 / 232
166-
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 47
Rank #202 / 504
Friends Of Faith Retirement Homes, Inc
$14.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $14.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #10 / 224
$11.6MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $11.6MFiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #6 / 224
81.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 81.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #14 / 224
165081
St Francis Manor
NH
AL
HOS
SNF
Grinnell
78
Facility 78
IA AVG 72
Rank #119 / 403
69.2%
Facility 69.2%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #195 / 362
+3%
5.66
Facility 5.66
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #13 / 231
+34%+32%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #1 / 232
1.0
Facility 1.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #1 / 232
-54-
82
Facility 82
IA AVG 47
Rank #39 / 504
St Francis Manor Inc
$7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #82 / 224
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #50 / 224
69.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 69.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #38 / 224
165480
Stonehill Care Center
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Dubuque
185
Facility 185
IA AVG 72
Rank #4 / 403
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #89 / 362
+28%
4.83
Facility 4.83
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #57 / 231
+2%+12%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #13 / 232
2.0
Facility 2.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #19 / 232
-158-
89
Facility 89
IA AVG 47
Rank #17 / 504
Peggy Stockel
$26.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $26.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #2 / 224
$16.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $16.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #2 / 224
62.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 62.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #75 / 224
165471
Brio of Johnston Assisted Living
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Johnston
68
Facility 68
IA AVG 72
Rank #170 / 403
54.4%
Facility 54.4%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #232 / 362
-19%
5.17
Facility 5.17
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #30 / 231
+21%+20%
$6.9k
Facility $6.9k
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #150 / 239
10
Facility 10
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #61 / 232
2.0
Facility 2.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #19 / 232
137---
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #135 / 224
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #73 / 224
84.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 84.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #9 / 224
165624
Bethany Lutheran Home
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Council Bluffs
112
Facility 112
IA AVG 72
Rank #50 / 403
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
IA AVG 67%
Rank #125 / 362
+20%
4.68
Facility 4.68
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #70 / 231
+28%+9%
$46.9k
Facility $46.9k
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #204 / 239
51
Facility 51
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #207 / 232
5.1
Facility 5.1
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #166 / 232
690-
77
Facility 77
IA AVG 47
Rank #59 / 504
Diana Roberts
$10.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #29 / 224
$6.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #31 / 224
60.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 60.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #96 / 224
165524

Frequently Asked Questions about Brio of Johnston Assisted Living

What is the license number of Brio of Johnston Assisted Living?

According to IA state health department records, Brio of Johnston Assisted Living's license number is S0395.

When does Brio of Johnston Assisted Living's license expire?

According to IA state health department records, Brio of Johnston Assisted Living's license expires on October 18, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brio of Johnston Assisted Living?

Brio of Johnston Assisted Living's occupancy is 54%.

How long has Brio of Johnston Assisted Living been in business?

Brio of Johnston Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Brio of Johnston Assisted Living?

Yes, Brio of Johnston Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Brio of Johnston Assisted Living?

The team at Brio of Johnston Assisted Living can be reached at tkrueger@wesleylife.org.

Does Brio of Johnston Assisted Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Brio of Johnston Assisted Living is registered as a for-profit in IA.

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