Nursing Homes in Irondale, Alabama
Irondale has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 128 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Alabama's state average of 2.9 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-1.94 vs state
Total Beds
128
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
40 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Irondale
St Martin's In The Pines
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About Nursing Home Care in Irondale
Irondale, AL, is not a favorable market for nursing home care. The standout is St. Martin's in the Pines, but with a dismal Grade F, families should be highly cautious. The overall quality of nursing homes in the area is concerning, with no options meeting our standards for care. If you're seeking reliable care for your loved ones, it's best to explore neighboring cities like Birmingham or Homewood, where more facilities may offer better alternatives.
Currently, there aren't any facilities in Irondale worth visiting. St. Martin's in the Pines is the only option, and it lacks a clean record with serious deficiencies that families should be wary of. Unfortunately, there are no well-staffed or non-profit options in the area, further underscoring the need to look elsewhere for quality care.
Avoid St. Martin's in the Pines at all costs. With a Grade F rating and a history of serious issues, this facility does not provide the standard of care you would want for your loved ones. When visiting any nursing home, regardless of location, always trust your instincts—look for cleanliness, engage with staff, and observe how residents are treated. Your loved one deserves the best possible care.
Irondale at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • City average is below state average—research carefully
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Irondale is stable
Questions Irondale Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Irondale avg is 0.66 hrs (40 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Irondale facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Irondale, Alabama
Irondale, Alabama's Jefferson County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 128 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
Irondale vs. Alabama: A Concerning Gap
Irondale nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 1.00 stars trails Alabama's statewide average of 2.94 stars by nearly 1.9 stars—a significant gap that families should take seriously. The below-average performance is somewhat surprising for a major urban area, where competition and workforce availability typically drive higher quality.
Federal inspection data reveals 1 facility classified as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, complaints, or CMS enforcement actions. Only 0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, meaning families should be prepared to look beyond the closest option to find quality care.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Irondale, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Irondale
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Irondale facilities average 0.66 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Irondale resident receives approximately 40 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Irondale facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Irondale has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Irondale's below-average ratings mean families may benefit from expanding their search to nearby cities. The following Alabama cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Birmingham — 20 facilities
- Mobile — 14 facilities
- Huntsville — 9 facilities
- Montgomery — 8 facilities
- Northport — 5 facilities
- Bessemer — 4 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Irondale, Alabama?
Irondale has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 128 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Alabama's state average of 2.9 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Irondale?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Irondale include:
- • St Martin's In The Pines — Grade F, 28/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Irondale nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Irondale as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Irondale Nursing Homes
Irondale has below-average nursing home ratings. Research carefully and consider nearby cities. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.