Chautauqua Guest Home #3
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Chautauqua Guest Home #3 has received an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating it is excellent and highly recommended for care. It ranks #10 out of 392 nursing homes in Iowa, placing it in the top tier of facilities in the state, and #1 out of 3 in Floyd County, meaning it stands out as the best local option. The facility's performance trend is stable, with the same number of issues reported in both 2024 and 2025. Staffing is rated 4 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 38%, which is better than the state average, suggesting that staff are experienced and familiar with the residents. Notably, there have been no fines reported, which is a good sign of compliance. However, there are some weaknesses to consider. Recent inspections revealed concerns about hand hygiene practices during meal service, as one staff member failed to change gloves after handling potentially contaminated items, which could pose a risk for infection. Additionally, there were incidents where residents were not treated with the dignity they deserve, particularly noted during personal care for residents with cognitive impairments. While the facility excels in many areas, prospective families should weigh these concerns alongside its strengths when making a decision.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Iowa
- #10/392
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 38% turnover. Near Iowa's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- 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 ○ Average
- 6 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (38%)
10 points below Iowa average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Iowa avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 6 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, review of staff training records, facility policies, observation and staff interviews, the faci...
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Mar 2025
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
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interview and review of the Resident Right the facility staff failed to treat one (1) res...
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Jan 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, staff interviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to practice proper hand hygiene during ...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0637
(Tag F0637)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on clinical record review, policy review, and staff interview the facility failed to complete a significant change Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment within 14 days of status change for 2 of 2 re...
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Sept 2023
2 deficiencies
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
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, clinical record review, policy review, resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to respect resid...
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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
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, clinical record review, policy review, Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) disinfection guidel...
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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 A (90/100). 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.
- • 38% turnover. Below Iowa's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Chautauqua Guest Home #3's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Chautauqua Guest Home #3 an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much 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 Chautauqua Guest Home #3 Staffed?
CMS rates Chautauqua Guest Home #3's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 38%, compared to the Iowa average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Chautauqua Guest Home #3?
State health inspectors documented 6 deficiencies at Chautauqua Guest Home #3 during 2023 to 2025. These included: 5 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Chautauqua Guest Home #3?
Chautauqua Guest Home #3 is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 57 certified beds and approximately 41 residents (about 72% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Charles City, Iowa.
How Does Chautauqua Guest Home #3 Compare to Other Iowa Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Iowa, Chautauqua Guest Home #3's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (38%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Chautauqua Guest Home #3?
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 Chautauqua Guest Home #3 Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Chautauqua Guest Home #3 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 5-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 Chautauqua Guest Home #3 Stick Around?
Chautauqua Guest Home #3 has a staff turnover rate of 38%, 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 Chautauqua Guest Home #3 Ever Fined?
Chautauqua Guest Home #3 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 Chautauqua Guest Home #3 on Any Federal Watch List?
Chautauqua Guest Home #3 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.