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HomeIowaGreat River Care Center

Great River Care Center

1400 West Main, Mc Gregor, IA 521575638733527WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.3on Google(3 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
39
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $8,281

How Great River Care Center Compares in Iowa

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Iowa. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
IA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
IA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
3/5
IA average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.42 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.67 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
63.0%
IA average
44.1%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Iowa average of 3.1/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Iowa average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.42 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.81.
Staff turnover is 63.0%, higher than the Iowa average of 44.1%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Oct 2, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 21, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,148/mo
Iowa median
Private Room
$8,091/mo
Iowa median
Clayton County 65+
4,121
24.1% of county
County Population
17,123
Clayton County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Great River Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Mc Gregor, Iowa with 39 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
39
Avg Residents/Day
30.1
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1997
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Clayton
Last Inspection
Aug 21, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
19.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (5)

F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Dec 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Oct 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Oct 26, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Oct 26, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$8,281
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineDec 2, 2025
$8,281

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

Nurse Aide2.07 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.67 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.67 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.42 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.86 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
63.0%
RN Turnover
100.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (18)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
EDGEWOOD CONVALESCENT HOME INCDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ANov 1, 2021
KEVIN PERRINJAQUET ESTATEINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ANov 1, 2021
FUNKE, JAMESINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ANov 1, 2021
KENDRICK, TIMOTHYINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ANov 1, 2021
MOSER, MAYLOINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ANov 1, 2021
PERRINJAQUET, MARJORIEINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ANov 1, 2021
ARTHUR, KRISTENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
DEHART, DAVIDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 7, 2015
HOERNER, TYLEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 3, 2025
MURPHY, AMYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 15, 2025
POOTS, KATLYNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 29, 2025
SMITH, KAYLAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 4, 2025
EDGEWOOD CONVALESCENT HOME INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ANov 1, 2021
DEHART, DAVIDADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 7, 2015
HOERNER, TYLERADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 3, 2025
MURPHY, AMYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 15, 2025
POOTS, KATLYNADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 29, 2025
SMITH, KAYLAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 4, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Great River Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Great River Care Center
Mc Gregor, IACurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $8,281
Elkader Care Center
Elkader, IA16.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Guttenberg Care Center
Guttenberg, IA17.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Good Samaritan - Waukon
Waukon, IA22.4 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,281
Northgate Care Center
Waukon, IA23.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $71,110
Thornton Manor Nursing and Care Center
Lansing, IA23.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Edgewood Convalescent Home
Edgewood, IA28.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Great River Care Center
Mc Gregor, IA · Current facility
—4/54/53/5$8,281
Elkader Care Center
Elkader, IA
16.1 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Guttenberg Care Center
Guttenberg, IA
17.1 mi5/55/53/5None recorded
Good Samaritan - Waukon
Waukon, IA
22.4 mi2/52/54/5$8,281
Northgate Care Center
Waukon, IA
23.1 mi1/51/53/5$71,110
Thornton Manor Nursing and Care Center
Lansing, IA
23.7 mi4/53/55/5None recorded
Edgewood Convalescent Home
Edgewood, IA
28.3 mi5/54/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Great River Care Center?▾
Great River Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Great River Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Iowa is $7,148/month for a semi-private room and $8,091/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Great River Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Great River Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Great River Care Center had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 21, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $8,281.
What are the staffing levels at Great River Care Center?▾
Great River Care Center provides 3.42 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.67 RN hours, 0.67 LPN hours, and 2.07 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 63.0%.
How many beds does Great River Care Center have?▾
Great River Care Center has 39 certified beds with an average of 30.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 77% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Edgewood Convalescent Home chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Great River Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Great River Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Great River Care Center has a rating of 2.3 out of 5 based on 3 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of Edgewood Convalescent Home

This chain operates 5 facilities. View all →