Westview of Indianola Care Center
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Westview of Indianola Care Center has an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating it is considered excellent and highly recommended among nursing homes. It ranks #86 out of 392 facilities in Iowa, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among the six facilities in Warren County. The facility is relatively new, with no recorded inspections or issues thus far, which suggests a positive start. Staffing is rated good with a turnover rate of 37%, which is better than the Iowa average of 44%, indicating that staff members are likely to stay and build relationships with residents. However, the RN coverage is concerning, as it is lower than 76% of Iowa facilities, which means that fewer registered nurses are available to oversee care compared to many other homes. Overall, Westview appears to be a strong choice for families seeking quality care for their loved ones, with the caveat of needing more RN presence.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Iowa
- #86/392
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Too New
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 37% 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 ○ Average
- Each resident gets 34 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Iowa. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ✓ Good
- No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
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 (37%)
11 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
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
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 Westview Of Indianola Care Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Westview of Indianola Care Center 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 Westview Of Indianola Care Center Staffed?
CMS rates Westview of Indianola Care Center's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 37%, compared to the Iowa average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Westview Of Indianola Care Center?
Based on CMS data, Westview of Indianola Care Center 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 Westview Of Indianola Care Center?
Westview of Indianola 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 LEGACY HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 71 certified beds and approximately 64 residents (about 90% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in INDIANOLA, Iowa.
How Does Westview Of Indianola Care Center Compare to Other Iowa Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Iowa, Westview of Indianola Care Center's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (37%) 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 Westview Of Indianola 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 Westview Of Indianola Care Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Westview of Indianola 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 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 Westview Of Indianola Care Center Stick Around?
Westview of Indianola Care Center has a staff turnover rate of 37%, 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 Westview Of Indianola Care Center Ever Fined?
Westview of Indianola 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 Westview Of Indianola Care Center on Any Federal Watch List?
Westview of Indianola 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.