Inspection Reports for Prairie Creek Assisted Living
301 4th Street NW, West Bend, IA, 505975113
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The most recent inspection on October 15, 2025, found no deficiencies during the recertification visit. Earlier inspections generally showed no regulatory insufficiencies, though some prior reports identified issues with staff documentation, transportation safety equipment, and individualized service plans. Complaint investigations were not noted in the available reports. No fines, enforcement actions, or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. The inspection history indicates improvement over time, with earlier deficiencies addressed and recent inspections consistently meeting certification requirements.
Deficiencies (last 8 years)
Deficiencies (over 8 years)
1.1 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
75% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 4.4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
4
3
2
1
0
Census
Latest occupancy rate
15 residents
Based on a October 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 15
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 15, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was a recertification inspection to determine compliance with certification rules for an Assisted Living Program.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification visit.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive impairment: 14
Number of tenants with cognitive impairment: 1
Total census: 15
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 17
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 11, 2023
Visit Reason
Recertification visit conducted to determine compliance with certification rules for an Assisted Living Program.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification visit for the Assisted Living Program.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive impairment: 15
Number of tenants with cognitive impairment: 2
Total census: 17
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 14
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 30, 2019
Visit Reason
The visit was a recertification inspection to determine compliance with certification for an Assisted Living Program.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification visit for the Assisted Living Program.
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 17
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 20, 2017
Visit Reason
The visit was a recertification inspection conducted to determine compliance with certification of an Assisted Living Program.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification visit.
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 16
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 30, 2015
Visit Reason
The visit was a Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation conducted to review recertification documents and compliance with Iowa Code chapter 231C and Iowa Administrative Code chapters 481-67 and 481-69.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were found during this evaluation. The recertification documents were accepted, and the State Fire Marshal's inspection report and Facility Engineer's approval of evacuation plans were received.
Report Facts
Total census: 16
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Boccella | Program Coordinator | Signed the Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation Report |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 17
Deficiencies: 4
Date: Apr 22, 2013
Visit Reason
The visit was a Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation conducted by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals to review the Plan of Correction and verify compliance with regulatory requirements for Prairie Creek Assisted Living.
Findings
The report found no regulatory insufficiencies during the certification period. Observations included staffing orientation and competency documentation issues, and transportation safety equipment deficiencies. The Plan of Correction was accepted by DIA.
Deficiencies (4)
Staff personnel files lacked documentation of RN delegation for health-related care and administration of medications for two certified medication assistants.
The RN did not maintain documentation of orientation dates and tasks for new staff members.
Transportation vehicles lacked routinely kept first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and safety triangles.
The activity director did not have an endorsement allowing passenger transport in a non-commercial vehicle as required by state law.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 17
Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total census: 17
Tenants attending community meeting: 12
Hire date of Staff #1: Feb 14, 2012
Hire date of Staff #2: Aug 1, 2012
Date RN delegation documentation ended: Apr 2, 2013
Date of monitoring visit: Apr 22, 2013
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Pat Zaugg | Administrator | Administrator of Prairie Creek Assisted Living |
| Maribeth Freland | RN | Monitor who conducted the on-site monitoring evaluation |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 16
Deficiencies: 2
Date: May 10, 2011
Visit Reason
An on-site monitoring evaluation was conducted at Prairie Creek Assisted Living on May 10, 2011, to review the Plan of Correction in response to a Preliminary Recertification Monitoring Evaluation Report and to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
The report found regulatory insufficiencies related to service plans for tenants, including lack of individualized service plans indicating tenant preferences and needs for assistance. The Plan of Correction was accepted by the Department of Inspections and Appeals. The program did not receive any regulatory insufficiencies during the certification period.
Deficiencies (2)
A service plan shall be developed for each tenant based on evaluations and updated as needed.
The service plan shall be individualized and indicate tenant needs and preferences for assistance and nursing facility care if applicable.
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 16
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total Population: 16
Tenant meeting attendance: 13
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Berkley | Program Coordinator | Signed letter regarding certification |
| Lori Miner | RN BSN Monitor | Conducted the monitoring visit |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 10
Deficiencies: 3
Date: Apr 7, 2005
Visit Reason
An on-site monitoring evaluation was conducted at Prairie Creek Assisted Living on April 7, 2005, as part of a re-certification monitoring evaluation.
Findings
The evaluation identified regulatory insufficiencies related to tenant evaluations, service plan updates, and nurse reviews. Tenants reported satisfaction with the program, but the program failed to complete required cognitive, functional, and health status evaluations prior to occupancy and within 30 days, did not update service plans timely, and did not conduct 90-day nurse reviews as required.
Deficiencies (3)
The program did not conduct a cognitive, functional, and health status evaluation prior to occupancy and within 30 days of occupancy on each tenant.
The program did not review or update service plans within 30 days of occupancy for tenants receiving personal or health-related cares or with change in condition.
The program RN did not conduct 90-day nurse reviews of tenants receiving program administered medication or professional-directed care.
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 9
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 1
Total Population: 10
Tenant files reviewed: 4
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Pat Zaugg | Administrator | Administrator of Prairie Creek Assisted Living named in report and plan of correction |
| Hal L. Chase | RN BSN MPH | Monitor who conducted the recertification monitoring evaluation |
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