nursing home in Washington, IA
Halcyon House
1015 South Iowa Avenue, Washington, IA 52353 · (319) 653-7264
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Halcyon House at a glance
Halcyon House is a 54-bed non-profit nursing home in Washington, Iowa (Washington 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 4.3 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 (March 19, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $51,006.
Nursing staff turnover is 40% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 54
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Wesleylife
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 2003
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Washington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165483
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 4.25 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.87 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.83 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.79 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 44% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 63.3 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $51,006 | $19,286 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 54 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 52 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.9% | 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) | 4.3% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 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) | 3.3% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.1% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.6% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.7% | 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) | 23.5% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.9% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 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) | 88.5% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 84.4% | 84% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 7, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| October 14, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 29, 2025 |
| October 14, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 29, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 12, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| October 28, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 20, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2024 |
| April 4, 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 April 15, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $51,006 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 14, 2025 | Fine | $51,006 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| WESLEYLIFE Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/21/2010 |
| ALBERTSON, KERMIT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| FLANAGAN, CRAIG Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| GILROY, ABBEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| HOEKSEMA, NICOLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| LAGREE, ROGER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| RASMUSSEN, CHAD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| RUCH, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2003 |
| STOUT, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/19/2002 |
| TAYLOR, CHRISTINA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| WATSON, SUSAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| KRETZINGER, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/03/2003 |
| WESLEY RETIREMENT SERVICES INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1966 |
| MARSHALL, CHRISTINE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2006 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Halcyon House's rating?
Halcyon House 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 Halcyon House receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Halcyon House 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 Halcyon House?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Wesleylife. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Halcyon House and how do I contact it?
Halcyon House is at 1015 South Iowa Avenue, Washington, IA 52353. Phone: (319) 653-7264.
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.