Algona Manor Care Center
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Algona Manor Care Center has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #95 out of 392 facilities in Iowa, placing it in the top half of the state, and #2 out of 4 in Kossuth County, meaning only one local option is better. The facility is improving, as it has reduced issues from 8 in 2024 to just 2 in 2025. Staffing is rated 4 out of 5 stars, which is a strength, although the turnover rate of 49% is average, suggesting some consistency in staff presence. Notably, the facility has not incurred any fines, which is a positive sign. However, there are some areas of concern. For instance, a staff member was hired without a required background check, and there were issues with food storage practices in the kitchen, where items were not labeled properly. Additionally, one resident reported long wait times for assistance, with their call light going unanswered for over 30 minutes, indicating potential gaps in timely support. Overall, while Algona Manor Care Center has strengths in staffing and a solid reputation, families should be aware of these specific concerns.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Iowa
- #95/392
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 49% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Iowa facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 43 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Iowa. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Iowa avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 12 deficiencies on record
Jun 2025
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to complete a new Preadmission Screening and Resident R...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review, staff interview and policy review the facility failed to complete a background check for 1 of 6 current employees reviewed (Staff A, Certified Nurse Aide) (CNA). The facility r...
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Oct 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, clinical record review, staff interview and a nursing assistant checklist form the facility failed to provide appropriate perineal cares for 1 of 3 residents reviewed, (Res #1). ...
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Aug 2024
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, and policy review the facility failed to revise a Care Plan for 1 of 13 resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to provide assessment and interventions necessary for ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, record review, staff interviews and facility policy the facility failed to properly prevent a stage 1 pressure ulcer consistent with professional standards of practice for 1 of ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, clinical record review, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to provide a safe and sa...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Antibiotic Stewardship
(Tag F0881)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility policy, staff interview and record review the facility failed to follow an antibiotic stewardship program that included antibiotic use protocols and a system to monitor ant...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, staff interviews and policy review, the facility failed to store food items according to professional standards and ensure food items were labeled with dates after opening. The ...
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Apr 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview, Resident Council Minutes and facility policy review the facility failed to answer resident call lights within the allotted professional stand...
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Sept 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, policy review, and staff interview, the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensiv...
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MINOR
(C)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0801
(Tag F0801)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on staff interviews the facility failed to have a qualified professional serve as the Dietary Manager for the facility. The facility reported a census of 36 residents.
Findings include:
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Iowa.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Iowa facilities.
- • 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Algona Manor Care Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Algona Manor Care Center an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Iowa, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Algona Manor Care Center Staffed?
CMS rates Algona Manor Care Center's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 49%, compared to the Iowa average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 67%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Algona Manor Care Center?
State health inspectors documented 12 deficiencies at Algona Manor Care Center during 2023 to 2025. These included: 11 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Algona Manor Care Center?
Algona Manor Care Center is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by CAPSTONE MANAGEMENT, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 46 certified beds and approximately 28 residents (about 61% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Algona, Iowa.
How Does Algona Manor Care Center Compare to Other Iowa Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Iowa, Algona Manor Care Center's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (49%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Algona Manor Care Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Algona Manor Care Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Algona Manor Care Center has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Iowa. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Algona Manor Care Center Stick Around?
Algona Manor Care Center has a staff turnover rate of 49%, which is about average for Iowa nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Algona Manor Care Center Ever Fined?
Algona Manor Care Center has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Algona Manor Care Center on Any Federal Watch List?
Algona Manor Care Center is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.