C+
69/100Southern Hills Specialty Care Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Osceola, Iowa)
444 North West View Drive, Osceola, Iowa 50213
Phone: 6413426061
CMS Overall:3/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
90
Avg Residents/Day
84.7
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Clarke
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall3/5
Health3/5
Staffing3/5
Quality3/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Iowa Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 0.55 | 0.74 | -0.20 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 3.34 | 3.86 | -0.52 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 3/5 | 3.8/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 41.6% | 44.1% | - |
Health Citation History
8 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-21 | Administration Deficiencies | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-21 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-21 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-21 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-21 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2024-09-12 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-12-12 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
10 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-21 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-09-12 | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-09-12 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-09-12 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-02 | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-02 | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-02 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-02 | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-02 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-02 | Construction Deficiencies | Use approved construction type or materials. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$36,865
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine Amount | Payment Denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-18 | Fine | $36,865 | - |
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