Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

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Located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Midlands Living Center is a skilled nursing facility with a team that’s committed to addressing the physical, social, emotional, recreational, and spiritual needs of all senior residents. Their services encompass short- and long-term care, specialized nursing care, rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice support. This senior community ensures that residents receive comprehensive care to enhance their quality of life.
Locally owned with 94-beds, Midlands Living Center places a strong emphasis on skilled nursing care, with a specialization in rehabilitative and therapeutic services. Their dedicated team comprises over 100 professionals, including certified nursing aides, licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, registered dietitians, nurse practitioners, and medical directors. The center collaborates closely with a network of specialists, including optometrists, podiatrists, physicians, and top-tier professionals in physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Their facility also offers various services, from onsite therapy to engaging activity programs, ensuring a holistic approach to well-being.
Jordan Tjaden serves as the Administrator at Midlands Living Center, overseeing daily operations to ensure residents receive proper care and treatment. Jordan works closely with the skilled staff to maintain a supportive and compassionate environment for all community members.
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
48% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
30% of new residents, often for short stays.
22% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
The most recent inspection on April 24, 2025, identified a deficiency related to infection control practices during catheter care. Earlier inspections noted issues with care planning, medication administration, safe transfer techniques, and infection prevention, as well as a substantiated complaint involving disrespectful treatment of a resident with dementia. Deficiencies primarily involved infection control, care planning, and staff communication, with some concerns about supervision and resident safety in prior complaint investigations. Enforcement actions included suspension and termination of a staff member following the substantiated complaint, while fines or license actions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring issues in similar areas, with no clear pattern of improvement or worsening over time.
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Iowa average 21.7
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
10 of 14 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 14 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 14 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Iowa average: 0.6
Iowa average: 0.9
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
3.5 miles from city center — 7.62 miles to nearest hospital (Clarkson Heart Center at Doctors Building South)
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
1,539 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 41 | 0 | 41 | 13,257 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 0 | 14 | 5,390 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,092 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,510 | 90 | 99% | 9.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,271 | 75 | 82% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 997 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 833 | 69 | 76% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 538 | 63 | 69% | 8.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 491 | 67 | 74% | 6.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 370 | 63 | 69% | 5.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 3 | 0 | 3 | 281 | 31 | 34% | 7.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 197 | 64 | 70% | 3.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 183 | 62 | 68% | 2.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 174 | 52 | 57% | 3.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 13 | 14% | 1.5 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Historical financial and operational data for Midlands Living Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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