Total health inspections
2
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
Mix of rehab and long-term care
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CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Oelwein Health Care Center
Nursing Home in Iowa
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Oelwein Health Care Center
Oelwein Health Care Center focuses on healing, wellness, and enriching lives through compassionate care. It offers skilled nursing, hospice care, and orthopedic care in a welcoming atmosphere. The facility is dedicated to delivering personalized treatments that aid in physical recovery and enhance overall quality of life.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
61
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
87.3%
Residents per day (avg)
48
Occupancy rate
87.3%
Residents per day (avg)
48
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
28 days
Private pay
57% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$6.8M
Profit
$1.8M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$6,799,716.00
Profit
$1,760,100.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.6M
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.
$2.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$5.5M
About this community
Accreditations2023-2024 U.S. News Best Nursing Homes
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Hospice Care
Orthopedic Care
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Basic Cable Tv
Outdoor Walking Trail
Open Dining Options
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Hospice Care, Orthopedic Care
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
5
Iowa average 21.7
Citations per inspection
2.5
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 5 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
4 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 27, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 27, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Mar 27, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Mar 27, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning minor citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Mar 27, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Mar 27, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Mar 27, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Mar 27, 2025
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.
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Akron Care Center, INC
NH
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).
AL
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.
Akron
45
98.1%
+30%
4.71
+10%
0
4
2.0
0
42
City Of Akron
$4.7M
$2.1M
46.1%
165595
Oelwein Health Care Center
NH
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).
AL
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.
Oelwein
61
87.3%
+16%
3.36
-22%
0
5
2.5
0
48
-
$6.8M
$2.6M
38.9%
165341
Accura HealthCare of Carlisle
NH
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).
AL
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.
Carlisle
46
80.5%
+7%
5.85
+36%
0
17
5.7
2
39
American Healthcare Associates Inc
$4.1M
$2.5M
59.9%
165311
Accura Healthcare of Spirit Lake
NH
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).
AL
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.
Spirit Lake
85
66.6%
-12%
4.29
0%
1
21
7.0
1
65
-
$7.1M
$3.0M
42.7%
165528
Accura Healthcare of Lake City, LLC
NH
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).
AL
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.
Lake City
46
70.4%
-7%
5.17
+20%
4
39
3.9
4
40
Accura Healthcare Of The Heartland Llc
$2.0M
$1.0M
47.4%
165082
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
88
Employees
73
Contractors
15
Staff to resident ratio
1.91:1
0% compared with Iowa averageIowa average ratio: 2.00:1
Avg staff/day
22
Average shift
6.8 hours
8% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 7.4 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
13,586
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
10
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
37
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
1.6%
216 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 6
Certified Nursing Assistant: 3
Registered Nurse: 2
Medication Aide/Technician: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 3 | 37 | 8,045 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 6 | 10 | 1,740 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 2 | 8 | 1,103 | 89 | 98% | 6.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 6 | 1 | 7 | 781 | 79 | 87% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 58 | 64% | 7.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 450 | 55 | 60% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 224 | 28 | 31% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 191 | 67 | 74% | 2.2 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 184 | 24 | 26% | 7.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 180 | 46 | 51% | 3.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 69 | 45 | 49% | 1.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 47 | 24 | 26% | 1.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 34 | 22 | 24% | 1.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 7 | 8% | 3.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 25 | 11 | 12% | 2.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 9 | 10% | 1.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 2% | 4 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 5% | 0.5 |
37 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
10 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days
98%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
87%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
64%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
60%
1 Administrator
% of Days
31%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
74%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
26%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
51%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
49%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
26%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
24%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
8%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
12%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
10%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
2%
2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
5%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
46 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
1 resident (2.2%)
Medicaid
31 residents (67.4%)
Private pay or other
14 residents (30.4%)
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.
10.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.4
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.4
19% better 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
14.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.1%
25% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.0%
39% better 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
26.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.1%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
60% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.5%
26% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.2%
27% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
14.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
14.4%
189% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.8%
75% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.9%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.0%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
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 Oelwein Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
87.3%
↑ 9.0pp vs 2023
Net Income
$1,760,100
↑ ~$758K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$3,001,787
↑ ~$443K vs 2023
Profit Margin
25.9%
↑ 8.5pp vs 2023
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