Total health inspections
7
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Oct 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Ramsey Village Continuing Care
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Iowa, IA
CMS overall rating
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.
Ramsey Village Continuing Care
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Iowa, IA
CMS overall rating
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.
Ramsey Village Continuing Care accepts Medicare and private pay.
Situated in the welcoming town of Des Moines, IA, Ramsey Village Continuing Care is a respected senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and rehabilitation services. A wide array of spacious and cozy accomodations are available including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom are available for its residents. With a competent and empathetic team, this community provides 24/7 care and support to ensure comfort and security within the place.
With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy 3 well-balanced meals and snacks daily, community library, game room, and a parlor with a fireplace. Explore its beautifully made shared spaces such as the landscaped interior courtyard. Engage in life enrichment programs in the crafts and activity center to gain more knowledge and experiences. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories together. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can enjoy a glorious retirement with Ramsey Village Continuing Care.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 138th out of 222 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.
This home is ranked 138th out of 222 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.
4h 2m per day
Rank #138 / 222Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 138th out of 222 homes in Iowa.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 222 Iowa SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Iowa avg
-8%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
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.
| 3h 42m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
85.8%
Rank #80 / 227Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th out of 227 homes in Iowa.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 227. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
150 days
Occupancy rate
85.8%
Rank #80 / 227Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th out of 227 homes in Iowa.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 227. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
150 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
70% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
23 days
Private pay
30% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$12.4M
Operating deficit
-$886.8K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$12.4M Rank #58 / 222Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 222 homes in Iowa.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Iowa SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$886.8K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #29 / 222Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 222 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.
$8.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #29 / 222Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 222 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.2M
78-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 38 / 100 Rank #147 / 223Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 147th out of 223 homes in Iowa.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
IssuanceFebruary 1, 2025
ExpirationFebruary 1, 2026
CountyPolk
License Number770308
CMS Certification Number165514
Ramsey Village Continuing Care is administrated by Laura Coco.
Email
[email protected]
Fax5152748004
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 65 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 bed / 2 bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Types of Care at Ramsey Village Continuing Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
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.
Since 2007 · 19 years of data
23 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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.
Since 2007 vs. Iowa state average
Latest Inspection
December 18, 2025
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 23 | 15 | This facility has 53% more total inspections than a typical Iowa nursing home (23 vs. IA avg 15). Click this badge to view the full Iowa ranking.↑ 53% worse |
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsHealth Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
31
Rank #173 / 222Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 173rd out of 222 homes in Iowa.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Iowa State average, with a ranking across all 222 IA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Iowa average 21.7
Citations per inspection
4.43
Rank #143 / 222Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 143rd out of 222 homes in Iowa.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Iowa mean across 222 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
22 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 9 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
Serious Health citations
1
11% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Oct 23, 2025
Quality of Care moderate citation
Oct 23, 2025
Quality of Care moderate citation
Oct 23, 2025
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Aug 28, 2025
Corrected
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Ramsey Village Continuing Care
Ramsey Village Continuing Care 1Br
Ramsey Village Continuing Care 2Br
Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Iowa
Ramsey Village Continuing Care is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.
Places of interest near Ramsey Village Continuing Care
2.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Des Moines's city center to Ramsey Village Continuing Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.73 miles to nearest hospital (Broadlawns Medical Center)
Calculate Travel Distance to Ramsey Village Continuing Care
Add your location
Staffing Data
Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
114
Employees
95
Contractors
19
Staff to resident ratio
1.84:1
8% worse than Iowa average
Avg staff/day
37
Average shift
8 hours
8% better than Iowa average
Total staff hours (quarter)
26,983
Nursing staff breakdown
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
9
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
25
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
44
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
3.6%
976 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 13
Registered Nurse: 2
Feeding Assistant: 2
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 44 | 0 | 44 | 12,240 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 13 | 25 | 4,308 | 91 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,934 | 85 | 93% | 9.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 2 | 9 | 1,608 | 90 | 99% | 10.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,004 | 77 | 85% | 7.7 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 970 | 75 | 82% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 932 | 68 | 75% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 792 | 72 | 79% | 5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 6 | 0 | 6 | 730 | 67 | 74% | 5.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 486 | 62 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 481 | 61 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 296 | 53 | 58% | 5.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 97 | 44 | 48% | 2.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 70 | 24 | 26% | 2.9 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 42 | 12 | 13% | 2.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 34 | 10 | 11% | 3.4 |
44 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
25 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
93%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days
99%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
85%
2 Dietitian
% of Days
82%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
75%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
79%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
74%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
67%
1 Administrator
% of Days
65%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
58%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
48%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
26%
2 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
13%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
11%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
62
Medicare
7
11.3% of residents
Medicaid
16
25.8% of residents
Private pay or other
39
62.9% of residents
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.
13.8
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.8
35% 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.
30.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.2
40% 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
25.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
25.5%
36% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
34.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
34.9%
77% 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
30.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
30.2%
15% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.5%
58% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.2%
26% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
58% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.0%
20% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
86% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
26.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
26.0%
37% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.0%
5% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.7%
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
97.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.9%
15% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
73% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
9.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
9.6%
87% worse 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.
Penalties and fines
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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Ramsey Village Continuing Care based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
85.8%
↑ 1.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$886.8K
↓ ~$34.3K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8.5M
↑ ~$1.6M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-9.3%
↑ 0.6pp vs 2022
Guides for Better Senior Living
Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area
Nursing Home Data Explorer
Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now
The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It
Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance
Frequently Asked Questions about Ramsey Village Continuing Care
What neighborhood is Ramsey Village Continuing Care in?
Ramsey Village Continuing Care is in the Drake neighborhood of Des Moines.
Is Ramsey Village Continuing Care in a walkable area?
Ramsey Village Continuing Care has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Ramsey Village Continuing Care?
According to IA state health department records, Ramsey Village Continuing Care's license number is 770308.
When does Ramsey Village Continuing Care's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Ramsey Village Continuing Care's license expires on February 1, 2026.
What is the best email address for Ramsey Village Continuing Care?
The team at Ramsey Village Continuing Care can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Ramsey Village Continuing Care?
Laura Coco is the administrator of Ramsey Village Continuing Care.
How many beds does Ramsey Village Continuing Care have?
Ramsey Village Continuing Care has 78 beds.
Contact Us
Published on
Updated on
Feedback
Write a review for Ramsey Village Continuing Care
Rate your overall experience with this community
Explore Open Rooms
1
Contact details
2
What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3
What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4
How soon do you need to find care?
5
Additional details
Thank you for your interest!
Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.
Need Help?
Let us help you or a loved one find the perfect senior home.
