Occupancy rate
89%
In line with Iowa averageMostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Nursing Home
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.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
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.
Occupancy rate
88.8%
Residents per day (avg)
70
Occupancy rate
88.8%
Residents per day (avg)
70
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
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
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9.7M
Operating loss
-$262.6K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9,696,588.00
Operating loss
$-262,594.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$10.0M
80-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Iowa averageOccupied beds
71 / 80
Average residents
51 per day
License details
Facility type
Free Standing Nf/snf
Status
Active
County:
Dubuque
Additional licensing details
License number:
310463
CMS Certification Number:
165565
Certification type:
FALSE
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
Contact Information
Email:
[email protected]
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
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
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Latest inspection
Date:December 19, 2025
26 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Inspection Report Summary for Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque
The most recent inspection on December 19, 2025 found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to care planning, infection prevention and control, and quality assurance processes. Several complaint investigations were conducted over time, most of which were unsubstantiated, with one substantiated complaint in 2025 involving issues with advance directives and infection control. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows some improvement, as recent surveys have fewer deficiencies compared to earlier years when care and infection control issues were more frequent.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Total health citations
10
Citations per inspection
3.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
8 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 10 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
Serious Health citations
1
1
11% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
9 moderate citations
0 minor citations
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
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Iowa
The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque
+52%
+21%
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
HAWKEYE CARE CENTER OF DUBUQUE LLC
91.3%
$9,695,784.00
$4,243,317.00
43.8%
70
4.3066
-
10
1
+52%
0%
+21%
Akron Care Center, INC
+15%
+10%
+30%
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
CITY OF AKRON
98.1%
$4,650,730.00
$2,144,112.00
46.1%
42.00
4.7098
-
4
-
+15%+10%+30%
Accura HealthCare of Carlisle
-40%
+36%
+7%
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
AMERICAN HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES INC
80.5%
$4,098,046.00
$2,453,646.00
59.9%
38.90
5.8515
-
17
2
-40%+36%+7%
Accura Healthcare of Spirit Lake
-8%
-12%
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
-
66.6%
$7,053,735.00
$3,009,392.00
42.7%
65
4.2922
1
21
1
-8%
0%
-12%
Accura Healthcare of Lake City, LLC
-33%
+20%
-7%
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
ACCURA HEALTHCARE OF THE HEARTLAND LLC
70.4%
$2,045,587.00
$969,532.00
47.4%
39.80
5.1665
4
39
4
-33%+20%-7%
Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IA 520020420
Bed Count:
80
Operator:
HAWKEYE CARE CENTER OF DUBUQUE LLC
CCN:
165565
Occupancy:
91.3%
Home Revenue:
$9,695,784.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,243,317.00
Payroll %:
43.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.3066
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
10
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+52%
+52%
Staffing vs State Avg:
0%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+21%
+21%
Akron Care Center, INC
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IA 510017716
Bed Count:
45
Operator:
CITY OF AKRON
CCN:
165595
Occupancy:
98.1%
Home Revenue:
$4,650,730.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,144,112.00
Payroll %:
46.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
42.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.7098
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
+15%
+15%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+30%
+30%
Accura HealthCare of Carlisle
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IA 500478733
Bed Count:
46
Operator:
AMERICAN HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES INC
CCN:
165311
Occupancy:
80.5%
Home Revenue:
$4,098,046.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,453,646.00
Payroll %:
59.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
38.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.8515
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
17
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-40%
-40%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+36%
+36%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Accura Healthcare of Spirit Lake
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IA 513601000
Bed Count:
85
CCN:
165528
Occupancy:
66.6%
Home Revenue:
$7,053,735.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,009,392.00
Payroll %:
42.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
65
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.2922
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
21
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Staffing vs State Avg:
0%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-12%
-12%
Accura Healthcare of Lake City, LLC
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IA 514499701
Bed Count:
46
Operator:
ACCURA HEALTHCARE OF THE HEARTLAND LLC
CCN:
165082
Occupancy:
70.4%
Home Revenue:
$2,045,587.00
Payroll Costs:
$969,532.00
Payroll %:
47.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
39.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.1665
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
4
Citations:
39
Severe Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
-33%
-33%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+20%
+20%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-7%
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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 Nurse | 28 | 8.2 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 15 | 7 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 83 | 6.8 | 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 Assistant | 68 | 15 | 83 | 14,226 | 91 | 100% | 6.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 25 | 3 | 28 | 5,296 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 3 | 15 | 2,852 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 888 | 70 | 77% | 7.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 815 | 68 | 75% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 673 | 65 | 71% | 6.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 483 | 59 | 65% | 8.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 461 | 71 | 78% | 6.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 447 | 67 | 74% | 6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 394 | 55 | 60% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 371 | 60 | 66% | 6.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 185 | 37 | 41% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 168 | 24 | 26% | 7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 131 | 26 | 29% | 4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 14 | 15% | 2.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 8 | 9% | 4 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 2% | 6.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1% | 1 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
72 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
15 residents (20.8%)
Medicaid
23 residents (31.9%)
Private pay or other
34 residents (47.2%)
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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.9
36% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.4
41% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.6
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.5%
14% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
34.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
34.6%
76% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.2%
34% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
13% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.8%
13% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.3%
8% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.4%
28% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.6%
86% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.7%
44% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.5%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.1%
15% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.7%
7% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.8%
31% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 73.3%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Hawkeye Care Center Dubuque based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
91.3%
↑ 11.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$262,594
↑ ~$1.1M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,277,072
↓ ~$29K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-2.7%
↑ 11.1pp vs 2022
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