Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque

Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque is a Nursing Home in Iowa

Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque is a Nursing Home in Iowa

Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque

Asbury, IA 520020420 View Map

Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque is a Nursing Home in Iowa

Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque is a Nursing Home in Iowa

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Overview of Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque
Hawkeye Care Center is a senior living community located in Asbury, Iowa. It offers a variety of services including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, respite care, and assisted living. The facility is designed to provide a safe and engaging environment for residents.
(563) 583-6447

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.31/day Iowa avg: 4.30/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Iowa avg: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Iowa avg: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
Iowa avg: 3.5/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5
Iowa avg: 3.3/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 80

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Iowa average
Occupancy rate 91.3%
Residents per day (avg) 70
Occupancy rate
91.3%
Residents per day (avg)
70

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.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

82% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 17 days

Private pay

14% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Medicaid

4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$9.7M
Operating loss
-$262.6K
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$9,696,588.00
Operating loss
$-262,594.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.2M
43.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.7M
Total costs $10.0M
Bed community size
80-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy Rate
89%
Occupied Beds
71 of 80
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
Active
Facility Type
Free Standing NF/SNF

Additional licensing details

License number: 310463
CMS Certification Number: 165565
Certification type: FALSE
County: Dubuque

Ownership & operating entity

Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque is administrated by Tracey Long.

Safety & Compliance

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing
Long-Term Care
Respite Care
Rehabilitation
Palliative Care
Assisted Living
Assisted Living Memory Care

Contact Information

Fax: 5635835707

Additional Policies & Features

Admission Criteria: A Physician’s Order, TB Skin Test, Social Security Card, Medicare Card, Health insurance policy card.
Housekeeping: Yes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Delicious meals with daily options
state of the art physical
occupational
and speech therapy gym
24-hour nursing care access
engaging activities program
housekeeping service
paved walking areas
courtyard
spacious activities center.

Programs & Activities

Activities
Engaging activities program with daily reminders.
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, Respite Care, Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, Assisted Living, Assisted Living Memory Care
Operating Hours
24 hours a day

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Meals are prepared by an experienced staff, with a variety of menu options. Delicious meals with daily options are available.

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.

25 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 0 inspections

Latest inspection

Date:December 19, 2025

26 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Compare Nursing Homes around Iowa

The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IA 520020420
80
No
HAWKEYE CARE CENTER OF DUBUQUE LLC
91.3%
$9,695,784.00
$4,243,317.00
43.8%
70.40
5/5
4.3066
4/5
5/5
2/5
-
10
1
+52%
0%
+21%
Akron Care Center, INC
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IA 510017716
45
No
CITY OF AKRON
98.1%
$4,650,730.00
$2,144,112.00
46.1%
42.00
4/5
4.7098
4/5
5/5
1/5
-
4
-
+15%
+10%
+30%
Accura HealthCare of Carlisle
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IA 500478733
46
No
AMERICAN HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES INC
80.5%
$4,098,046.00
$2,453,646.00
59.9%
38.90
4/5
5.8515
3/5
5/5
4/5
-
17
2
-40%
+36%
+7%
Accura Healthcare of Spirit Lake
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IA 513601000
85
No
-
66.6%
$7,053,735.00
$3,009,392.00
42.7%
65.20
1/5
4.2922
1/5
4/5
3/5
1
21
1
-8%
0%
-12%
Accura Healthcare of Lake City, LLC
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IA 514499701
46
No
ACCURA HEALTHCARE OF THE HEARTLAND LLC
70.4%
$2,045,587.00
$969,532.00
47.4%
39.80
1/5
5.1665
1/5
4/5
1/5
4
39
4
-33%
+20%
-7%

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Address Asbury, IA 520020420

Address Asbury, IA 520020420

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

159
Total Staff
122
Employees
37
Contractors
28,407
Total Hours (Quarter)
45
Avg Staff/Day
6.9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse288.2 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse157 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant836.8 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
133 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services
14 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
2.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services
3 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
10.1%
of total hours from contractors
2,873 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 15 Registered Nurse: 3 Licensed Practical Nurse: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant68158314,22691100%6.8
Registered Nurse253285,29691100%8.2
Licensed Practical Nurse123152,85291100%7
Clinical Nurse Specialist3038887077%7.5
RN Director of Nursing2028156875%7.3
Speech Language Pathologist0446736571%6.1
Administrator1015126470%8
Dietitian1014835965%8.2
Physical Therapy Aide0444617178%6.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224476774%6
Nurse Practitioner1014245358%8
Mental Health Service Worker1013945560%7.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0223716066%6.2
Other Dietary Services Staff2021853741%5
Occupational Therapy Aide0111682426%7
Medication Aide/Technician5051312629%4
Qualified Social Worker011351415%2.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113289%4
Dental Services Staff1011222%6.2
Medical Director011111%1

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 3
39% below Iowa average
Iowa average: 4.9

Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total Health citations 10
54% below Iowa average
Iowa average: 21.7

3.33 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 10 citations
Complaint investigations 2 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 0
100% below Iowa average
Iowa average: 0.6
Serious Health citations 1
11% above Iowa average
Iowa average: 0.9
Moderate Health citations 9

Minor Health citations 0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Sep 12, 2024
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
72 Total Residents
Medicare 15 (20.8%)
Medicaid 23 (31.9%)
Private Pay/Other 34 (47.2%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
CCRC
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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 13.9
36% worse than Iowa average
Iowa average: 10.2
Functional decline score 30.4
41% worse than Iowa average
Iowa average: 21.6
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 21.5%
14% above Iowa average.

Walking Ability Worsened 34.6%
76% above Iowa average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 35.2%
34% above Iowa average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 3.1%
13% below Iowa average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 3.8%
13% below Iowa average.

Urinary Tract Infection 2.3%
8% below Iowa average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 0.6%
86% below Iowa average.

Antipsychotic Use 10.7%
44% below Iowa average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 100.0%
6% above Iowa average.

Influenza Vaccine 98.5%
3% above Iowa average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 6.4%
28% above Iowa average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 98.1%

15% better than Iowa average
Antipsychotic medication increase 1.7%

7% better than Iowa average
Influenza Vaccine 95.8%

31% better than Iowa average

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+, Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+, Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Iowa SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.

No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.

Not specified; credit-based.

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

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