With a score of 34/100, St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home ranks in the bottom tier of Iowa nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.
Staffing at St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home is near the national average, with 4.01 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 25 deficiencies at St Luke Lutheran Nursing Home, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.01 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.88 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.63 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.51 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.42 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.60 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Sep 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0943 Severity EGive their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.Sep 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0550 Severity EHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Sep 3, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0604 Severity DEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Sep 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0628 Severity DProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.Sep 3, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 5.5% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.1% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 17.0% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.7% | 2.5% | Average |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 19.6% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 7.3% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 17.5% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $90,076
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 34 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -9 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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