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HomeIowaIowa Jewish Senior Life Center

Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center

900 Polk Boulevard, Des Moines, IA 503125152555433
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
46
certified
12 fine(s) totaling $60,681

Key Findings

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

• Has 46 certified beds with an average of 43.5 residents per day (95% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 5 deficiencies (inspected Mar 13, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $60,681 across 12 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.83 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 61.7% (high)

Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Des Moines, Iowa with 46 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. The facility scored above average compared to Iowa facilities.

Beds
46
Avg Residents/Day
43.5
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1967
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Polk
Last Inspection
Mar 13, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5
Weighted Score
18.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (10)

F0623Minimal Harm

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Survey: Mar 13, 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: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Apr 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Feb 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0803Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Feb 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$60,681
Number of Fines
12
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
12

Penalty History

FineMar 6, 2023
$1,761
FineMar 13, 2023
$2,113
FineMar 20, 2023
$2,466
FineMay 23, 2023
$3,882
FineMay 30, 2023
$4,235
FineAug 7, 2023
$4,587
FineJun 26, 2023
$4,587
FineJun 20, 2023
$4,587
FineJun 12, 2023
$4,587
FineJun 5, 2023
$4,587
FineMay 2, 2023
$9,527
FineJul 17, 2023
$13,762

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

Nurse Aide2.50 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.44 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.89 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.83 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.58 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
61.7%
RN Turnover
75.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Other
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MEYER, ANGELAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 1, 2022
RABANG, LAZAROOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2022
MEYER, ANGELACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2022
MOCK, BEATACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 18, 2014
BERNSTEIN, GLORIACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
OXLEY, POLLYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2020

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center?▾
Iowa Jewish Senior Life 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 Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center had 5 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 13, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $60,681 across 12 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center?▾
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center provides 3.83 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.89 RN hours, 0.44 LPN hours, and 2.50 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 61.7%.
How many beds does Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center have?▾
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center has 46 certified beds with an average of 43.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Other owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center?▾
Yes, there are 11 other nursing homes in Des Moines, Iowa with an average rating of 2.8/5. You can compare all facilities on the Des Moines nursing homes page.