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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Pleasantview Assisted Living is a 56-bed faith-based community at 811 3rd Street in Kalona, Iowa. Administered by Marcille Ward, the facility serves Washington County under a license issued in August 2023. Current data shows a 41% occupancy rate with 23 residents, as the facility is in a growth phase following its recent opening. The location holds a Walk Score of 50, indicating moderate walkability in the downtown Kalona area.
The initial certification inspection conducted on December 5, 2024, resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. While the community lacks a long-term operational history, this first review earned a 5-star inspection rating, signaling that all regulatory requirements were met at launch.
Clinical care at this campus follows a multi-level model including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Professional services are provided by a licensed nursing team capable of supporting residents as they transition between different levels of care. The community also hosts dementia support groups and provides volunteer opportunities to foster resident engagement and family involvement.
The residential environment emphasizes spiritual values and a home-like atmosphere with landscaped grounds and garden spaces. Outdoor dining areas and common rooms are designed to support a quality-of-life focused approach within a faith-centered setting. As a two-year-old facility, management focuses on establishing long-term care protocols and stabilizing operations within its newly built environment.
Prospective residents may find the community’s early zero-deficiency status and faith-based values a strong foundation for placement. It is advisable to confirm current staffing stability and discuss the availability of skilled nursing services during a personal tour. Individuals can contact the Kalona office to discuss how the multi-level care model supports aging in place and to verify that 2026 safety standards remain consistent with the initial high 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.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 24th out of 241 homes in Iowa. 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.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Weekend Total Nursing
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 6m per day | ▲ 23% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day |
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Pleasantview Assisted Living is administrated by Marcille Ward.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 1 | 15 | This facility has 93% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa nursing home (1 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 93% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on December 5, 2024, found no deficiencies during the initial certification visit for the Assisted Living Program. Since this was the facility’s first certification inspection, there is no prior inspection history to compare. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The absence of deficiencies at this initial stage suggests the facility met regulatory requirements at the time of certification. Future inspections will provide more information on whether this compliance is maintained.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsIowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Mar 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.
2 of 3 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 3 resulted from complaint investigations.
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
57% better than Iowa average
0% compared with Iowa average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
5,089 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 44 | 58 | 102 | 12,509 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,352 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 7 | 14 | 2,314 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 12 | 26 | 2,266 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 3 | 6 | 1,449 | 70 | 76% | 8.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 959 | 77 | 84% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 901 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 546 | 73 | 79% | 4.9 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 62 | 67% | 7.7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 61 | 66% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 360 | 70 | 76% | 4.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 118 | 52 | 57% | 2.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 91 | 42 | 46% | 2.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 75 | 35 | 38% | 1.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 72 | 42 | 46% | 1.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 8 | 9% | 3.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 11 | 12% | 2.1 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.7
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 10.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.0
8% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.6
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.6%
17% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.6%
5% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.6%
10% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.0%
37% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.6%
73% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.3%
8% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.9%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.4%
38% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
25.2%
33% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.3%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.5%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
5.6%
202% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.0%
30% 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.
30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
63% of new residents, often for short stays.
7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
59Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
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.
Historical financial and operational data for Pleasantview Assisted Living based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #48 / 242Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 242 homes in Iowa. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Iowa average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kalona's city center to Pleasantview Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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| Pleasantview Assisted Living |
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. | Kalona | 56 | 41.1% | -46% | 5.35 | +18% | +24% | $0 | 3 | 1.0 | - | 23 | 50 | James D Hershberger | $7.7M | $5.6M | 72.7% | 165470 | ||||
| Valley View Village |
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. | Des Moines (Fairmont Park) | 79 | 100.0% | +33% | 5.52 | +29% | +29% | $18.9k | 19 | 3.2 | 2 | 79 | 38 | Elim Care Inc | $9.7M | $7.0M | 71.8% | 165507 |
The legal owner and operator of Pleasantview Assisted Living is No Related Entities Found.
Pleasantview Assisted Living has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to IA state health department records, Pleasantview Assisted Living's license number is S0477.
According to IA state health department records, Pleasantview Assisted Living's license expires on August 23, 2027.
Pleasantview Assisted Living's occupancy is 41%.
The team at Pleasantview Assisted Living can be reached at [email protected].
Marcille Ward is the administrator of Pleasantview Assisted Living.
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