nursing home in Des Moines, IA
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
233 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314 · (515) 284-1280
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 91-bed for-profit nursing home in Des Moines, Iowa (Polk 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 5, 2026) found 4 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 97.5% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 91
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Campbell Street Services
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1996
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Polk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165272
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.41 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.64 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.33 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.07 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 97.5% | 44% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 90.9% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 4 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $19,286 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 91 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 75 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82% | 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) | 2.3% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.6% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.5% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.3% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.5% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 26.1% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.9% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.4% | 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) | 19.8% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.1% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.1% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.1% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.8% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| May 7, 2025 Complaint | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Complaint | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| March 21, 2024 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| November 21, 2023 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 21, 2023 Complaint | 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 December 8, 2023 |
| November 21, 2023 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 12, 2023 |
| November 21, 2023 Complaint | 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 December 12, 2023 |
| November 21, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| REALCO UNIVERSITY PARK, IA, LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| BECHT, KRISTEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2025 |
| CAMPBELL STREET SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/24/2025 |
| CHITAI INVESTMENT, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| CURCIO, DOMINIC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| DOLE, ISAAC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| HOLDCO GOLDFINCH, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| HOLDCO TABLETOP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| INVESTCO TABLETOP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| MANAGERCO GOLDFINCH, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/24/2025 |
| MANAGERCO TABLETOP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2025 |
| MILLER, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| REALCO UNIVERSITY PARK, IA, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| SODERSTRUM, STACY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| TECHCARE CORP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| WOODRUFF, RACHEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2023 |
| HOLDCO GOLDFINCH, LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| CHITAI INVESTMENT, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| CURCIO, DOMINIC Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| HOLDCO TABLETOP, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| INVESTCO TABLETOP, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| TECHCARE CORP Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| BECHT, KRISTEN Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/2026 |
| CAMPBELL STREET SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| DOLE, ISAAC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| MANAGERCO GOLDFINCH, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| MANAGERCO TABLETOP, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| MILLER, DANIEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| SODERSTRUM, STACY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| WOODRUFF, RACHEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 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 University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 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 University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Campbell Street Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is at 233 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314. Phone: (515) 284-1280.
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.