nursing home in Rockwell, IA
Rockwell Community Nursing Home
707 Elm Street, Rockwell, IA 50469 · (641) 822-3203
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Rockwell Community Nursing Home at a glance
Rockwell Community Nursing Home is a 40-bed for-profit nursing home in Rockwell, Iowa (Cerro Gordo County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 4, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 47.1% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1999
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cerro Gordo County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165406
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.38 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.94 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.39 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.72 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 47.1% | 44% | 45.8% | Average |
| 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) | 1 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 12 | 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 | 40 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 21 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 51.5% | 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) | 0% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.2% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 30.2% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.1% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 6.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.2% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.5% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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) | 20% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.6% | 25.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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 pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 1 health deficiency and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 3, 2025 |
| September 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 3, 2025 |
| September 4, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 1, 2025 |
| September 4, 2025 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 6, 2025 |
| September 11, 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 October 16, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| October 5, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 11, 2023 |
| October 5, 2023 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LIONS - 4091 ROCKWELL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 7% | 07/30/2008 |
| BAKER, JOSHUA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/07/2026 |
| BCG HOLDINGS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| BRIGHTON CONSULTING GROUP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| CATTAIL BCG LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| CATTAIL INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| ECSI INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| HARRISON AND ASSOCIATES CPAS Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2018 |
| IOWA HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| MERCY HEALTH SERVICES-IOWA CORP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2018 |
| MERRITT COMPUTER SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| NORRIS, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2017 |
| ONR NATIONAL SPEECH PATHOLOGY INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2012 |
| SPURGIN, KASSIDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/07/2026 |
| JEFFREY, DENISE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/15/2023 |
| PETERS, BEVERLY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| TWEDT, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2022 |
| HANIG, JANET Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2018 |
| SHULTZ, JEFFERY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WORLEY, TRACY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1998 |
| BAKER, JOSHUA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/07/2022 |
| BUTTJER, RHONDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2024 |
| LAUNSPACH, SAMANTHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2024 |
| LOGAN, CATHERINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/10/2018 |
| PEARSON, JEAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/10/2018 |
| SPURGIN, KASSIDY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2024 |
| WINFREY, TANNER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Rockwell Community Nursing Home's rating?
Rockwell Community Nursing Home has 5 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 Rockwell Community Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Rockwell Community Nursing Home 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 Rockwell Community Nursing Home?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Rockwell Community Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Rockwell Community Nursing Home is at 707 Elm Street, Rockwell, IA 50469. Phone: (641) 822-3203.
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.