Creekside
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Creekside in Grundy Center, Iowa, has earned an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and considered excellent. With a state rank of #15 out of 392 facilities, it is in the top half of Iowa nursing homes, and it ranks #1 out of 4 in Grundy County, making it the best local option. The facility is newly inspected, and there are no reported issues, which is a strong positive indicator of its quality. Staffing is a notable strength with a 5/5 star rating, a turnover rate of 42% that is slightly below the Iowa average, and more RN coverage than 86% of facilities in the state, ensuring residents receive attentive care. Additionally, Creekside has no fines on record, indicating a solid compliance history, contributing to a reassuring environment for families considering care for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Iowa
- #15/392
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Too New
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 42% 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 64 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Iowa nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ✓ Good
- No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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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 (42%)
6 points below Iowa average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Iowa avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 0 deficiencies on record
Clean Inspection Record
This facility has zero deficiencies on record - the average nursing home has 7. Only 1% of facilities nationally achieve a completely clean inspection record.
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.
- • No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Creekside's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Creekside 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 Creekside Staffed?
CMS rates Creekside's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 42%, compared to the Iowa average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Creekside?
Based on CMS data, Creekside has no deficiency citations on record during the current review period. This is relatively uncommon - most facilities receive at least some citations during routine inspections.
Who Owns and Operates Creekside?
Creekside is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 55 certified beds and approximately 38 residents (about 69% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Grundy Center, Iowa.
How Does Creekside Compare to Other Iowa Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Iowa, Creekside's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (42%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Creekside?
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 Creekside Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Creekside 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 Creekside Stick Around?
Creekside has a staff turnover rate of 42%, 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 Creekside Ever Fined?
Creekside 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 Creekside on Any Federal Watch List?
Creekside 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.