Cycle 1
Health 2025-12-11 · Fire 2025-12-11
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (4 deficiencies)
0 fire-safety deficiencies
No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.
Mason City, IA
Good Shepherd Health Center
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $87,458 in total fines with 8 recent health deficiencies
302 Second Street NE, Mason City, IA
(641) 424-1740
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
180
Certified beds
Average residents
156
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1968-01-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.36
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.64
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.69
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.47
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
53%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
66%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.9 |
1.5
0.6 pts better
|
1.9
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.0 |
2.1
0.1 pts better
|
1.8
0.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 94.1% |
94.0%
0.1 pts better
|
93.4%
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.8% |
95.2%
3.6 pts better
|
95.5%
3.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 6.1% |
3.7%
2.4 pts worse
|
3.3%
2.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 7.6% |
4.0%
3.6 pts worse
|
11.4%
3.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.6% |
4.9%
0.3 pts better
|
5.4%
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 20.8% |
20.6%
0.2 pts worse
|
19.6%
1.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 25.2% |
19.8%
5.4 pts worse
|
16.7%
8.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.2%
0.2 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 24.9% |
18.5%
6.4 pts worse
|
16.3%
8.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 22.7% |
18.3%
4.4 pts worse
|
14.9%
7.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 2.5% |
1.7%
0.8 pts worse
|
1.0%
1.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.2% |
2.5%
1.3 pts better
|
1.7%
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 28.5% |
26.0%
2.5 pts worse
|
19.8%
8.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.2% |
4.3%
0.1 pts better
|
5.1%
0.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 81.6% |
84.3%
2.7 pts worse
|
81.7%
0.1 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 6.8% |
13.1%
6.3 pts better
|
12.0%
5.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 4.2% |
1.9%
2.3 pts worse
|
1.6%
2.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 52.2% |
73.3%
21.1 pts worse
|
79.7%
27.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 22.4% |
21.3%
1.1 pts worse
|
23.9%
1.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-10-31 · Fire 2024-10-31
11 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-07-06 · Fire 2023-07-06
7 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-11-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2024-11-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-11-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-06
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-07-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-06
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-07-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-06
K922 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-07-13
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2026-01-05
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
F868 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected 2026-01-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
F552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected 2026-01-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
F557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected 2025-06-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-11
F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected 2026-01-05
G · Actual harm
2025-03-13
F713 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide or arrange emergency care by a doctor 24 hours a day.
Corrected 2025-04-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-13
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-04-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-13
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2025-04-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected 2024-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected 2024-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
F838 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2024-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-31
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-06
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-09-27
J · Immediate jeopardy
2024-08-30
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-09-17
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-30
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2024-09-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-30
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-09-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-12-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-06
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2023-08-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-06
F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected 2023-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-06
F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected 2023-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-06
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2023-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-06
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-08-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-06
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2023-08-06
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$87,458
2024-08-30
Fine
Fine · fine $87,458
Fine
Ownership
Alden, Kathryn
Corporate Director · Individual
Boedeker, John
Corporate Director · Individual
Demaris, Anne
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Douglas, Tom
Corporate Director · Individual
Everist, Burton
Corporate Director · Individual
Flynn, Anne
Corporate Director · Individual
Gerrietts, Dan
Corporate Director · Individual
Good Shepherd Geriatric Center Inc
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Hunt, Samuel
Corporate Director · Individual
Madden, Thelma
Corporate Director · Individual
Paulson, Kirk
Corporate Director · Individual
Schumaker, Terry
Corporate Director · Individual
Shipman, Scott
Corporate Director · Individual
Smed, Scott
Corporate Director · Individual
Stockbeger, Ian
Corporate Officer · Individual
Stockbeger, Ian
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
White, Jerrold
Corporate Director · Individual
Zook, Anne
Corporate Director · Individual
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