nursing home in Ames, IA
Northridge Village
3300 George Washington Carver Avenue, Ames, IA 50010 · (515) 232-1000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Northridge Village at a glance
Northridge Village is a 38-bed for-profit nursing home in Ames, Iowa (Story 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 (January 29, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 54.7% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 38
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Pivotal Health Care
- Medicare-certified since
- November 16, 2015
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Story County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165613
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4.37 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.92 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.93 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.91 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.7% | 44% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 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) | 0 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 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 | 38 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 37 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.4% | 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) | 2.9% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.6% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.2% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 17.8% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.1% | 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) | 9.9% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.6% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.7% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 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) | 5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 82.6% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 6, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 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 February 9, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0133 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 6, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 6, 2026 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 16, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 January 14, 2025 |
| June 20, 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 30, 2024 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 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 November 7, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOOLITTLE, GRANT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| GULLEDGE, SCOTT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| GULLEDGE, TRAVIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MCFARLAND CLINIC PC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| PIVOTAL HEALTH CARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/14/2025 |
| SUMMIT CARE, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| ZELLMER, KAYLA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| SCENIC DEVELOPMENT LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| SCENIC HOLDINGS LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2018 |
| 3RK, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| 5 R CATTLE, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| ANDERSON, JORDAN Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| ANDERSON, MARLENE Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| ANDERSON, WAYNE Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| CADET INVESTMENT LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| GULLEDGE, SCOTT Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| GULLEDGE, TRAVIS Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| HOWARD, STEVEN Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| LMRAY, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| POKY - 5R LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2018 |
| POKY FEEDERS INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| WOOD, GILBERT Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| WSG LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| ANDERSON, JORDAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DOOLITTLE, GRANT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| GULLEDGE, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| GULLEDGE, TRAVIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| PIVOTAL HEALTH CARE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| SCENIC DEVELOPMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| WOOD, GILBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| ZELLMER, KAYLA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Northridge Village's rating?
Northridge Village 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 Northridge Village receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Northridge Village 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 Northridge Village?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Pivotal Health Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Northridge Village and how do I contact it?
Northridge Village is at 3300 George Washington Carver Avenue, Ames, IA 50010. Phone: (515) 232-1000.
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.