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Elmwood Care Centre
222 North 15Th Street, Onawa, IA 51040
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Elmwood Care Centre Description
Elmwood Care Centre is a community that offers nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 6.3 miles outside the small town of Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 4.7 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Summary of Reviews:
- There are mixed opinions about the administration and management, with some noting positive changes under new leadership, while others express dissatisfaction with the current administrator's lack of compassion and people skills.
- Several reviews highlight concerns about the quality of care, including serious allegations of neglect leading to health deterioration and, in one case, a death due to malnutrition and kidney failure.
- Staff attitude and responsiveness appear to be issues, with reports of unhappy employees and residents, and instances where family members had to intervene personally for basic care needs.
- On a positive note, some reviewers commend the facility for its caring nurses and the welcoming environment for new employees, emphasizing teamwork and communication.
- However, the majority of the feedback is negative, with strong advice to seek alternative facilities for loved ones, citing unacceptable care levels, cleanliness issues, and overall neglect.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 2
Staffing rating: 1
Quality measure rating: 1
Long-term quality measure rating:
1
Short-term quality measure rating:
1
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: June 1, 1995
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 54
Total current residents: 41
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 2
Number of
substantiated complaints: 5
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 0
Total cost of fines: $0
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2021-12-31 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2021-12-16 | 2022-01-15 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2020-01-02 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2020-01-02 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2019-12-13 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2019-12-31 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2019-12-16 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2020-01-02 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2019-12-09 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2019-12-31 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2019-12-20 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2020-01-03 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2019-12-20 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2020-01-02 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2020-01-03 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2019-12-20 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2019-12-04 | 2019-12-12 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | D | Construction Deficiencies | Meet other general requirements. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. |
| 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-25 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-09-30 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-09-30 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-09-30 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. |
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-09-30 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-09-30 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-09-30 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-09 | C | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. |
| 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-09 | B | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-09 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. |
| 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-09 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-09 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. |
| 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-09 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. |
| 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-09 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-09-07 | 2021-09-26 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-12 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-21 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2020-12-03 | 2020-12-19 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-05 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | B | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | B | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | B | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | B | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | B | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations and emergencies. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-10-20 | D | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Pleasant Hill which is 6.3 miles away and has a population of 9,314 (very small town).
- The average income is $58,177, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 77
- Low Temperature: 22
- Average Temperature: 52.2
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 112 days of rain, 37 days of snow and 214 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.5 inches a year
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 75.6 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
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Banks
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21.0 miles awayCharter West National Bank
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Burgess Health Center
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Dentists
Family 1st Dental
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Gaukel Park
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0.4 miles awayMonona County Arboretum
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Culture
Moorhead Cultural Center
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