Inspection Reports for United Presbyterian Home
1203 East Washington, IA, 523532198
Back to Facility ProfileInspection Report Summary
The most recent inspection on August 19, 2025, found the facility to be in substantial compliance based on an accepted plan of correction following the July 14, 2025 survey, which had deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues related primarily to resident care communication, such as failure to notify providers about significant health changes, and environmental safety concerns including accident hazards and food sanitation. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, though some facility-reported incidents related to supervision and food safety were substantiated in late 2023. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility appears to be addressing prior deficiencies through plans of correction, with the most recent findings indicating improvement.
Deficiencies (last 6 years)
Deficiencies (over 6 years)
5.5 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
25% worse than Iowa average
Iowa average: 4.4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
16
12
8
4
0
Census
Latest occupancy rate
49 residents
Based on a July 2025 inspection.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0
Aug 19, 2025
Visit Reason
The document is a statement of deficiencies and plan of correction related to a prior survey ending July 17, 2025, indicating acceptance of a credible allegation of substantial compliance and plan of correction.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance based on the accepted plan of correction, with certification effective August 7, 2025. No specific deficiencies are detailed in this document.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 49
Deficiencies: 2
Jul 14, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual recertification survey from July 14, 2025 to July 17, 2025 to assess compliance with federal regulations.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in notifying the provider when a resident with a pressure ulcer did not wear ordered orthotic shoes and failed to notify the provider of significant weight loss for a resident. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure a safe environment free of accident hazards related to bed bolsters and fall prevention for residents.
Severity Breakdown
Level D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to notify the provider when a resident with a pressure ulcer did not wear ordered orthotic shoes and failure to notify the provider of significant weight loss for a resident. | Level D |
| Failure to ensure the resident environment remains free of accident hazards, including inadequate supervision and assistance devices to prevent accidents related to bed bolsters and fall prevention. | Level D |
Report Facts
Resident census: 49
Residents reviewed for nutrition: 3
Residents reviewed for pressure ulcers: 2
Residents reviewed for fall risk: 2
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff K | Wound Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) | Directed staff to consult occupational therapy for off-loading footwear recommendations and confirmed orthotic use |
| Staff B | Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Measured wounds and confirmed orthotic use |
| Staff C | Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Observed resident and reported on orthotic use and fall incidents |
| Staff A | Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Queried about monitoring significant weight loss |
| Staff F | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Reported on resident falls and bed bolster incidents |
| Staff J | Activities Aide | Reported resident fall and observations related to bed bolsters |
| Director of Nursing | DON | Provided information on orthotic orders and fall prevention interventions |
| Assistant Director of Nursing | ADON | Queried about resident weight loss and dietician notifications |
| Director of Healthcare | Director of Healthcare | Reviewed and updated policies and communicated with residents' POAs regarding bed bolsters |
| Dietician | Dietician | Reviewed resident weights and care plans, alerted staff to weight loss |
| Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner | ARNP | Reviewed resident weights and confirmed notification requirements |
| Staff L | Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) | Reported on custom shoe orders and resident footwear |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0
Sep 17, 2024
Visit Reason
The document serves as a Plan of Correction following a prior inspection, indicating acceptance of the facility's credible allegation of substantial compliance.
Findings
The facility was certified in compliance effective September 12, 2024, based on acceptance of the Plan of Correction and credible allegation of substantial compliance.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 42
Deficiencies: 1
Aug 22, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as the facility's annual recertification survey, including investigation of complaint #119751-C and facility reported incidents #122363-I and #122364-I.
Findings
The facility failed to maintain adequate kitchen sanitation in two kitchen areas and failed to carry out sanitary food handling for two of two meals observed. Several concerns were noted including dust particles on a dishwasher fan, staff not wearing proper hair restraints, and improper glove use during food service.
Complaint Details
Complaint #119751-C was investigated and found to be not substantiated. Facility reported incidents #122363-I and #122364-I were also not substantiated.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to maintain adequate kitchen sanitation and sanitary food handling practices. |
Report Facts
Census: 42
Correction date: Correction date set for 2024-09-12.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Dietary Manager | CDM | Mentioned in relation to food handling and cleaning procedures; had a mustache and did not wear a mustache cover while preparing food. |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0
Dec 15, 2023
Visit Reason
The document serves as a Plan of Correction following a survey, indicating acceptance of a credible allegation of substantial compliance and certification of the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance based on the credible allegation and Plan of Correction, resulting in certification effective December 15, 2023.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 51
Deficiencies: 3
Nov 28, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of the facility's Annual Recertification Survey and included investigation of Complaints #116941-C and #117058-C and Facility Reported Incidents #112573-I, #114879-I, and #116815-I.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in providing adequate supervision to prevent resident elopement, maintaining food at appetizing temperatures, and ensuring sanitary food preparation surfaces. Multiple residents reported cold food, and an elopement incident occurred due to inadequate supervision and disarming of a wanderguard alarm.
Complaint Details
The investigation included Complaints #116941-C and #117058-C and Facility Reported Incidents #112573-I, #114879-I, and #116815-I. Facility reported incidents #112573-I, #114879-I, and #116815-I were substantiated.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
SS=E: 2
Deficiencies (3)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to provide adequate supervision to prevent hazards when a safety intervention was disarmed, resulting in a resident eloping to the basement. | SS=D |
| Failed to provide foods at an appetizing temperature for 1 of 1 meals observed, with multiple residents reporting cold food. | SS=E |
| Failed to maintain sanitary surfaces on the counter used for cutting meat, risking cross-contamination for 14 of 36 residents served the meat option. | SS=E |
Report Facts
Census: 51
Residents with Wanderguards: 10
Residents served meat option: 36
Residents affected by sanitary deficiency: 14
Temperature of ground meat: 117.4
Temperature of mashed potatoes: 130.5
Temperature of squash: 130.8
Expected hot holding temperature: 160
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff M | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Worked day shift on 8/16/23, cleared Elpas alert without visualizing resident. |
| Staff L | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Found Resident #27 unattended in daycare and notified health center. |
| Staff K | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Participated in search for Resident #27 and reported on training after incident. |
| Staff H | Maintenance Director | Reviewed video footage of elopement incident. |
| Staff F | Cook | Observed using same counter for menus and cutting meat, contributing to sanitary deficiency. |
| Staff G | Dietary Manager | Reported complaints of cold food and witnessed sanitary issues during meal service. |
| Staff C | Registered Nurse (RN) | Reported resident complaints about cold food. |
| Staff E | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Reported resident complaints about cold food. |
| Staff D | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Reported resident complaints about cold food. |
| Director of Healthcare | Provided information about wanderguard system and staff alerts. |
Inspection Report
Plan of Correction
Deficiencies: 0
Nov 23, 2022
Visit Reason
The document is a plan of correction accepted following a survey revisit ending 10/3/22 to address previous deficiencies and certify the facility in compliance.
Findings
Based on acceptance of the facility's credible allegation of compliance and plan of correction following the survey revisit, the facility was certified in compliance effective November 23, 2022.
Inspection Report
Re-Inspection
Census: 51
Deficiencies: 1
Sep 29, 2022
Visit Reason
The visit was a re-inspection conducted from September 29, 2022 to October 3, 2022, following a previous survey ending July 14, 2022, to verify correction of cited deficiencies.
Findings
The inspection found deficiencies related to food safety and hand hygiene practices among staff during meal service in the dining rooms. Observations included failure to perform hand hygiene, improper handling of food items, and uncovered hands touching masks and clothing. The facility acknowledged these issues and implemented corrective actions including staff training and policy reviews.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to handle food and beverages in a sanitary manner showing a lack of consistent hand hygiene in dining rooms. |
Report Facts
Census: 51
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 49
Deficiencies: 16
Jul 14, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual recertification survey and investigation of complaints #98567-C and #100666-C.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including resident rights, notification of changes, abuse prevention, transfer/discharge notice, PASARR screening, professional standards, quality of care, accident hazards, sufficient nursing staff, pharmacy services, medication errors, meal frequency, food safety, infection control, and COVID-19 reporting and testing.
Complaint Details
Complaint #98567-C was not substantiated. Complaint #100666-C was substantiated.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 10
SS=E: 4
SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (16)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to treat a resident with dignity and respect by not keeping his urinary catheter bag covered. | SS=D |
| Failed to notify the physician in a timely manner following a resident's seizure and after a resident fell and sustained injuries. | SS=D |
| Failed to protect residents from resident to resident altercations including sexual gestures, physical touching, grabbing, and attempted hitting by Resident #51. | SS=G |
| Failed to provide a bed hold notice at the time of transfer for a hospitalized resident. | SS=D |
| Failed to incorporate PASRR recommendations into the resident's plan of care for self-directed violent thoughts. | SS=D |
| Failed to ensure a resident received medications per physician order following two episodes of seizures. | SS=D |
| Failed to assess and intervene after a change of condition for a resident with abdominal pain and vomiting. | SS=D |
| Failed to ensure medication carts were locked when unattended. | SS=D |
| Failed to assure sufficient staff available at all times to provide nursing and related services to meet residents' needs. | SS=E |
| Failed to ensure provision of routine medications for a resident due to medication unavailability. | SS=D |
| Failed to ensure residents were free of significant medication errors; a resident received wrong medications resulting in hospital transfer. | SS=D |
| Failed to ensure no more than 14 hours elapsed between a substantial evening meal and breakfast the next morning and failed to provide documentation of evening snacks. | SS=E |
| Failed to handle food and beverages in a sanitary manner, including extended use of gloves without changing or hand hygiene. | SS=E |
| Failed to ensure appropriate hand hygiene and glove use when staff moved between resident rooms, collected trays, passed water, and during catheter dressing change. | SS=E |
| Failed to notify residents and/or resident representatives of new positive COVID-19 cases among staff and residents in a timely manner. | SS=D |
| Failed to ensure staff members who were not up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccinations were tested per community transmission level of COVID-19. | SS=D |
Report Facts
Census: 49
Deficiencies cited: 15
Call light response time: 27
Call light response time: 21
Call light response time: 18
Call light response time: 24
Call light response time: 20
Call light response time: 19
Call light response time: 24
Call light response time: 27
Call light response time: 40
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff J | Certified Medication Aide | Named in dignity bag and catheter care finding |
| Staff F | Registered Nurse | Named in medication administration and seizure finding |
| Staff H | Licensed Practical Nurse | Named in medication error and resident to resident abuse finding |
| Staff P | Certified Nursing Assistant | Named in resident to resident abuse finding |
| Staff I | Certified Medication Aide | Named in COVID testing and staffing findings |
| Staff Q | Registered Nurse | Named in medication error finding |
| Staff O | Certified Nursing Assistant | Named in resident to resident abuse and staffing findings |
| Staff N | Certified Nursing Assistant | Named in resident to resident abuse and staffing findings |
| Staff B | Resident Assistant | Named in food handling glove use finding |
| Staff A | Cook | Named in food handling glove use finding |
| Staff C | Housekeeper | Named in food handling glove use finding |
| Staff K | Licensed Practical Nurse | Named in catheter dressing change and infection control finding |
| Staff L | Licensed Practical Nurse | Named in catheter dressing change and infection control finding |
Inspection Report
Re-Inspection
Census: 51
Deficiencies: 6
Jun 10, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was a re-certification survey and investigation of a facility reported incident #95788 conducted from June 7, 2021 to June 8, 2021. The visit was to assess compliance with care plan development, medication administration, infection control, staffing, and other regulatory requirements.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for residents, securing chemicals to prevent accidents, ensuring sufficient nursing staff, maintaining proper call light response times, and following infection control policies. Deficiencies included failure to update care plans after falls, incomplete medication administration documentation, and inadequate staff response to call lights. The facility provided plans of correction and education to staff.
Deficiencies (6)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for residents #15 and #19. |
| Failure to secure chemicals in an environment free from accident hazards for 15 cognitively impaired residents. |
| Failure to provide sufficient nursing staff to assure resident safety and care. |
| Failure to ensure call lights are answered timely and staff are educated on call light expectations. |
| Failure to maintain infection prevention and control program and proper linen handling. |
| Failure to properly administer insulin and document medication administration. |
Report Facts
Census: 51
Residents reviewed: 18
Residents with insulin administration observed: 3
Residents with care plan deficiencies: 2
Residents with chemical storage deficiency: 15
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Nursing | Director of Nursing | Named in relation to care plan development, fall interventions, and medication administration findings. |
| Administrator | Administrator | Named in relation to chemical storage audit, call light system, linen handling, and infection control findings. |
| Staff D | Registered Nurse | Observed and reported on insulin administration and call light system. |
| Staff T | Licensed Practical Nurse | Reported on insulin care plan interventions. |
| Staff G | Licensed Practical Nurse | Reported on insulin care plan interventions and call light system. |
Inspection Report
Abbreviated Survey
Census: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Jan 4, 2021
Visit Reason
A Focused Infection Control Survey was conducted by the Department of Inspection and Appeals from December 31, 2020 to January 4, 2021 to assess compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19 preparation.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Sep 17, 2020
Visit Reason
A focused Infection Control survey and complaint #92762 were conducted from September 15 to 17, 2020 to assess compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19 preparation.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19. Complaint #92762-C was not substantiated.
Complaint Details
Complaint #92762-C was investigated and found to be not substantiated.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 44
Deficiencies: 1
Jun 25, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a COVID-19 focused infection control survey to assess compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices for infection prevention and control.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with infection control requirements, failing to implement proper screening practices for staff and infection control measures during care for sampled residents. Specific failures included lack of screening questions, failure to wear masks, and inadequate hand hygiene.
Complaint Details
This was a complaint-related visit focused on infection control practices related to COVID-19. The facility was found not in substantial compliance with infection control requirements.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to implement CMS and CDC recommended infection control screening practices to prevent the spread of COVID-19. |
Report Facts
Census: 44
Date of survey completion: Jun 25, 2020
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff S | Nurse Aide | Observed entering facility without screening questions asked and walking without a mask. |
| Staff B | Medication Aide | Observed entering facility without screening questions asked and walking without a mask. |
| Staff C | Nurse Aide | Observed entering facility without screening questions asked and walking without a mask. |
| Staff D | Licensed Practical Nurse | Observed entering facility without screening questions asked and walking without a mask; stated staff did not answer screening questions upon arrival. |
| Staff E | Nurse Aide | Assisted resident and failed to perform hand hygiene; stated staff did not answer screening questions upon arrival. |
| Staff F | Nurse Aide | Stated staff did not answer screening questions upon arrival. |
| Director of Nursing | DON | Provided screening checklist and stated staff were supposed to answer screening questions prior to entry. |
| Administrator | Administrator | Stated plan to ensure staff had masks on when entering the facility. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 53
Deficiencies: 3
Jan 14, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an investigation of complaints #85975, #85990, and #86217 related to failure to notify physician and resident representative of a newly developed wound, failure to report and investigate injuries of unknown origin, and quality of care issues following a fall.
Findings
The facility failed to notify the physician and resident representative of a newly developed wound for Resident #2, failed to operationalize policies for reporting and investigating injuries of unknown origin related to a bruise on Resident #2, and failed to provide comprehensive assessments and timely intervention following a fall for Resident #1, resulting in delayed treatment of fractures.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related based on complaints #85975, #85990, and #86217. The investigation found substantiated failures in notification of wound changes, reporting injuries of unknown origin, and quality of care following a fall.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2
SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (3)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to notify physician and resident representative of a newly developed wound for Resident #2. | SS=D |
| Failure to operationalize policies and procedures for identifying, reporting, and investigating injuries of unknown origin for Resident #2. | SS=D |
| Failure to provide comprehensive assessments and timely intervention following a fall for Resident #1, delaying treatment of fractures. | SS=G |
Report Facts
Census: 53
Deficiencies cited: 3
Dates: Aug 16, 2019
Dates: Aug 17, 2019
Dates: Sep 13, 2019
Dates: Sep 14, 2019
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff K | Registered Nurse | Named in failure to notify physician and family of Resident #2's wound |
| Staff J | Nurse Aide | Named in failure to timely report bruise on Resident #2 |
| Director of Nursing | DON | Interviewed regarding wound notification failure and audits |
| Director of Health Services | DHS | Interviewed regarding bruise investigation on Resident #2 |
| Staff A | Licensed Practical Nurse | Involved in assessment and care of Resident #1 after fall |
| Staff B | Nurse Aide | Reported Resident #1 moaning in pain after fall |
| Staff C | Licensed Practical Nurse | Assessed Resident #1 post-fall and documented findings |
| Staff D | Nurse Aide | Reported Resident #1's pain and refusal to get up |
| Staff E | Nurse Aide | Reported Resident #1's pain and vomiting |
| Staff F | Nurse Aide | Noticed Resident #1's arm swelling and bruising |
| Staff G | Licensed Practical Nurse | Assessed Resident #1's injuries and arranged hospital transfer |
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