Inspection Reports for Ruthven Community Care Center
2701 Mitchell Street, IA, 513587741
Back to Facility ProfileInspection Report Summary
The most recent inspection on August 28, 2025, found no deficiencies during the recertification visit for the Assisted Living Program. Earlier inspections were also mostly free of regulatory insufficiencies, with only one citation noted in 2008 related to incomplete annual in-service training on food protection for some food service staff. Complaint investigations over the years were unsubstantiated or found no deficiencies, including allegations about tenant care, food restrictions, and medication administration. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows consistent compliance with regulatory requirements and no recent issues.
Deficiencies (last 10 years)
Deficiencies (over 10 years)
0.1 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
98% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 4.4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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2
1
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Census
Latest occupancy rate
15 residents
Based on a August 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 15
Deficiencies: 0
Aug 28, 2025
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: 14
Number of tenants with cognitive impairment: 1
Total census: 15
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 16
Deficiencies: 0
May 24, 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: 14
Number of tenants with cognitive impairment: 2
Total census: 16
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 15
Deficiencies: 0
Jan 9, 2019
Visit Reason
A recertification visit was conducted to determine compliance with certification for an Assisted Living Program. Incident #79897-I was also investigated.
Findings
There were no regulatory insufficiencies identified during the visit.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 2
Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 13
Total census: 15
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 15
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 21, 2017
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted for the recertification of the Assisted Living Program at Ruthven Community Care Center.
Findings
There were no regulatory insufficiencies cited during the recertification of the Program.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 12
Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 3
Total Population of Program at time of on-site: 15
TOTAL census of Assisted Living Program: 15
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 18
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 25, 2015
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation to determine compliance with certification for an Assisted Living Program at Ruthven Community Care Center.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were found during this evaluation. The review of recertification documents was completed and accepted, and the State Fire Marshal's inspection report and Facility Engineer's approval of Evacuation Plans were received.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 18
Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total Population of Program at time of on-site: 18
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Boccella | Program Coordinator | Signed letter regarding Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation Report |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 20
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 13, 2012
Visit Reason
The visit was a Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation to assess compliance with Iowa Administrative Code and to evaluate the assisted living program's adherence to regulatory requirements.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were found during this evaluation. The program was accepted, and the Plan of Correction was approved. Tenant satisfaction was positive, and the facility was found to be safe, clean, and well-staffed.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 19
Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 1
Total census of Assisted Living Program: 20
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Hal L. Chase | RN BSN MPH | Monitor conducting the evaluation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 17
Deficiencies: 0
Feb 8, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following allegations regarding tenant care at Ruthven Community Care Center Assisted Living.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were identified during the complaint investigation. The report details tenant evaluations and monitoring observations, with no deficiencies noted in the areas reviewed.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged a tenant had increased problems with bloody stools, weakness, and dizziness, leading to hospitalization for Gastro Intestinal Bleeding and blood transfusion. The investigation reviewed tenant files, staff notes, and medical records, finding no regulatory insufficiencies related to the complaint.
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 17
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total Population: 17
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Hal L. Chase | RN BSN MPH | Monitor for the complaint investigation |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 19
Deficiencies: 1
Apr 23, 2008
Visit Reason
An on-site monitoring evaluation was conducted at Ruthven Community Care Center Assisted Living to assess compliance with assisted living program regulations and to evaluate the program's operations.
Findings
The evaluation found that tenants were generally satisfied with the living environment, services, and medical care. However, a regulatory insufficiency was identified related to the lack of annual in-service training on food protection for some staff involved in food service.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| The program did not consistently ensure personnel responsible for preparing or serving food had an annual in-service training on food protection. |
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 19
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total Population: 19
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Streepy | RN | Monitor conducting the on-site evaluation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 18
Deficiencies: 0
Feb 28, 2008
Visit Reason
A complaint investigation on-site visit was conducted at Ruthven Community Care Center Assisted Living to investigate allegations related to denial of desserts and snacks to diabetic tenants and public access to tenant personal information via computer terminals.
Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were found. Observations and interviews revealed no posted notices restricting desserts or snacks for diabetic tenants, and snacks were freely available. No computer terminals accessible to the public were observed, and staff confirmed no public access to program computers.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the Administrator posted notices restricting desserts and denied bedtime snacks to diabetic tenants, and that tenant personal information was accessible via a public computer terminal. Both allegations were unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 18
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total Population: 18
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Streepy | RN | Monitor conducting the complaint investigation |
| Delores Pyle | Administrator | Named in complaint allegation regarding snack restrictions |
Inspection Report
Monitoring
Census: 19
Deficiencies: 0
May 10, 2006
Visit Reason
An on-site monitoring evaluation was conducted at Ruthven Community Care Center Assisted Living to assess compliance with assisted living program regulations as part of recertification monitoring.
Findings
There were no regulatory insufficiencies noted during this on-site evaluation. Tenant/family satisfaction was positive, with tenants reporting staff as helpful and respectful, though some noted repetition of foods offered.
Complaint Details
There were no substantiated complaints during this certification period.
Report Facts
Tenants without cognitive disorder: 19
Tenants with cognitive disorder: 0
Total Population: 19
Tenant meeting attendance: 6
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Dee Pyle | Administrator | Named as the administrator and noted positively by tenants |
| Hal L. Chase | RN BSN MPH | Monitor conducting the on-site evaluation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 19
Deficiencies: 0
Apr 14, 2005
Visit Reason
A complaint investigation was conducted at Ruthven Community Care Center to determine if the program followed physician orders for prescription medication administration.
Findings
The investigation found that medications were administered correctly as ordered by the physicians, with no regulatory insufficiencies noted.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the program did not follow physician orders for prescription medication administration. The investigation reviewed four tenant files and found medications were administered appropriately, resulting in no regulatory insufficiencies.
Report Facts
Current number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 18
Current number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 1
Total Population: 19
Number of tenant files reviewed: 4
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Hal L. Chase | RN, BSN, MPH | Monitor conducting the complaint investigation |
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