Nursing Homes in Pella, Iowa
Pella has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 100 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Iowa's state average of 3.1 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
-2.06 vs state
Total Beds
100
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
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Pella
The Cottages
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About Nursing Home Care in Pella
When it comes to nursing home care in Pella, IA, families should proceed with caution. The standout is The Cottages, but it carries a concerning Grade F rating, indicating significant issues. Overall, Pella's nursing home market is limited and troubling, with no facilities meeting good care standards, making it essential for families to explore options in neighboring cities.
As for facilities worth considering, unfortunately, Pella has no solid choices. The Cottages is the only nursing home in town, and while it is well-staffed, the lack of a clean record and serious care issues overshadow any positives. Families seeking quality care should look to nearby cities like Knoxville or Oskaloosa, where you may find better-rated facilities.
In terms of facilities to avoid, The Cottages should be skipped entirely due to its Grade F, which signifies serious deficiencies in care. Families should also be wary of any facility without a clean record, as this indicates potential problems down the line. When visiting any nursing home, make sure to ask about staff turnover rates and the specific care plans for residents to gauge the level of attention your loved one will receive.
Pella at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
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: Pella is stable
Questions Pella 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; Pella avg is 0.67 hrs (40 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Pella facilities have 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 Pella, Iowa
Pella, Iowa's Marion County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 100 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
Pella vs. Iowa: A Concerning Gap
Pella nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 1.00 stars trails Iowa's statewide average of 3.06 stars by nearly 2.1 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 Pella, 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 Pella
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.
Pella facilities average 0.67 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Pella resident receives approximately 40 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Pella 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
Pella 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
Pella's below-average ratings mean families may benefit from expanding their search to nearby cities. The following Iowa cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Des Moines — 12 facilities
- Cedar Rapids — 9 facilities
- Dubuque — 8 facilities
- Davenport — 7 facilities
- Sioux City — 6 facilities
- Marion — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Pella, Iowa?
Pella has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 100 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Pella?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Pella include:
- • The Cottages — Grade F, 31/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Pella nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Pella 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 Pella Nursing Homes
Pella 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.