Nursing Homes in Sioux City, Iowa
Sioux City has 6 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 374 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.3 stars, which is at Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars. 3 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.27 vs state
Total Beds
374
across 6 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
45 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
3
exceed staffing threshold
50% of facilities
Zero Fines
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Top Rated in Sioux City
Sunrise Retirement Community
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Sunrise Retirement Community
★★★★★ · 90/100 · 74 beds
Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center
★★★★★ · 90/100 · 20 beds
Accura Healthcare Of Sioux City, Llc
★★★★★ · 70/100 · 46 beds
Holy Spirit Retirement Home
★★★★★ · 60/100 · 78 beds
Casa De Paz Health Care Center
★★★★★ · 45/100 · 71 beds
Westwood Specialty Care
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 85 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Sioux City
Sioux City offers a mixed bag when it comes to nursing home care. The standout is Sunrise Retirement Community, which boasts a 5-star CMS rating and a solid score of 90. While there are some decent options available, the overall market is concerning since only four out of six facilities meet our standards for quality care. Families should be selective when considering their choices.
When looking for a facility, Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center is another top contender worth visiting, also holding a 5-star CMS rating and a score of 90. Additionally, Accura Healthcare of Sioux City, LLC can be considered; it has a respectable 4-star CMS rating and a score of 70. All three facilities have clean records with zero fines, making them safer choices for your loved ones.
On the flip side, families should skip Westwood Specialty Care, which has an alarming history of $263K in fines and a poor Grade F. Also, avoid Casa De Paz Health Care Center, which has a disappointing Grade D. When visiting any facility, make sure to ask specific questions about staffing levels and resident care to ensure you are making the right choice.
Sioux City at a Glance
Good News
- • 5 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 4 community-run facilities (non-profit)
- • 3 facilities have more nurses than required
- • 2 facilities earned 5-star CMS rating
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
What's Changing
- → 6 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Sioux City is stable
Questions Sioux City 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; Sioux City avg is 0.75 hrs (45 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
5 of 6 Sioux City 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 Sioux City, Iowa
Sioux City, Iowa's Woodbury County seat, has 6 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 374 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Sioux City vs. Iowa: Near State Average
Sioux City nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.33 stars is close to Iowa's statewide average of 3.06 stars.
3 of 6 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as 1 facility has significant concerns.
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 Sioux City, 3 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: Meeting Standards in Sioux City
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.
Sioux City facilities average 0.75 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Sioux City resident receives approximately 45 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
3 Sioux City 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
Sioux City has 4 non-profit nursing homes and 2 for-profit facilities. 4 of 6 facilities are 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
Families may also want to consider nearby Iowa cities for additional options. The following Iowa cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Des Moines — 12 facilities
- Cedar Rapids — 9 facilities
- Dubuque — 8 facilities
- Davenport — 7 facilities
- Marion — 6 facilities
- Waterloo — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Sioux City, Iowa?
Sioux City has 6 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 374 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.3 stars, which is above Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Sioux City?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Sioux City include:
- • Sunrise Retirement Community — Grade A, 90/100 Trust Score
- • Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center — Grade A, 90/100 Trust Score
- • Accura Healthcare Of Sioux City, Llc — Grade B, 70/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Sioux City nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Sioux City 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 Sioux City Nursing Homes
Sioux City offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 3 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.