nursing home in Forest City, IA
Good Samaritan - Forest City
606 South Seventh Street, Forest City, IA 50436 · (641) 585-2232
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Samaritan - Forest City at a glance
Good Samaritan - Forest City is a 43-bed non-profit nursing home in Forest City, Iowa (Winnebago County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 7, 2025) found 2 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $25,945.
Nursing staff turnover is 31% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 43
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Good Samaritan Society
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Winnebago County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165213
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.49 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.88 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.12 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.19 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31% | 44% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 14 | 54.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $25,945 | $19,286 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 43 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 31 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 72.3% | 81.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.1% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.2% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.2% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.8% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.1% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 4.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 14.9% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.5% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 94% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.1% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 6, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 20, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 6, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2025 |
| September 5, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 27, 2024 |
| September 5, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 20, 2024 |
| September 5, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| September 5, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2024 |
| September 5, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| September 5, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| September 5, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected November 2, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $25,945 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 5, 2024 | Fine | $8,824 |
| October 19, 2023 | Payment Denial | 4 days from November 17, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 | Fine | $17,121 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARLSON, BYRON Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| CAIN, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| DYKHOUSE, DANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| ENGBRECHT, WESLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GULSVIG, NEIL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| LUNDEEN, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MOLBERT, LAURIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| NORTH, ANDREW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| SHULKIN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| TEIKEN, BRENT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| VENTLING-HERRMANN, MARNIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| FLUIT, JOEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MIDDLETON, AIMEE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2022 |
| OLSON, NICHOLAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2024 |
| ROGERS, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
| SCHEMA, NATHAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| BRINK, HOLLY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/20/2022 |
| MIDDLETON, AIMEE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2022 |
| MORRISON, TONY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Samaritan - Forest City's rating?
Good Samaritan - Forest City has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Iowa nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Good Samaritan - Forest City receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Samaritan - Forest City accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Good Samaritan - Forest City?
It is non profit - church related and part of Good Samaritan Society. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Good Samaritan - Forest City and how do I contact it?
Good Samaritan - Forest City is at 606 South Seventh Street, Forest City, IA 50436. Phone: (641) 585-2232.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.