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Elkader Care Center

116 Reimer Street SW, Elkader, IA 520435632451620
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
40
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 40 certified beds with an average of 25.2 residents per day (63% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 0 deficiencies (inspected Dec 18, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 3.52 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 46.9%

Elkader Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Elkader, Iowa with 40 certified beds. It has been operating since 1998. The facility scored above average compared to Iowa facilities.

Beds
40
Avg Residents/Day
25.2
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 1, 1998
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Clayton
Last Inspection
Dec 18, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
7.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (4)

F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Actual Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0835Potential for Harm

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Aug 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.17 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.36 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.99 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.52 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.00 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
46.9%
RN Turnover
20.0%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ARTHUR, KRISTENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
DUNLAP, KRISTINOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 26, 2025
GRABE, TYLEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 13, 2024
LAWLOR, DONNAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 1, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Elkader Care Center?▾
Elkader Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Elkader Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Elkader Care Center had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 18, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Elkader Care Center?▾
Elkader Care Center provides 3.52 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.99 RN hours, 0.36 LPN hours, and 2.17 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 46.9%.
How many beds does Elkader Care Center have?▾
Elkader Care Center has 40 certified beds with an average of 25.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 63% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.