Cycle 1
Health 2026-01-22 · Fire 2026-01-22
7 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (3 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (3 deficiencies)
Ossian, IA
Ossian Care Center
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 7 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
114 Fisher Street, Ossian, IA
(563) 532-9440
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
46
Certified beds
Average residents
39
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
2006-11-09
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.56
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.61
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
3.06
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.78
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
50%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
33%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.2 |
1.5
0.3 pts better
|
1.9
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.2 |
2.1
0.1 pts worse
|
1.8
0.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.7% |
94.0%
4.7 pts better
|
93.4%
5.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.7% |
95.2%
2.5 pts better
|
95.5%
2.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.4% |
3.7%
0.7 pts worse
|
3.3%
1.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 2.0% |
4.0%
2 pts better
|
11.4%
9.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 13.8% |
4.9%
8.9 pts worse
|
5.4%
8.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 15.6% |
20.6%
5 pts better
|
19.6%
4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 17.1% |
19.8%
2.7 pts better
|
16.7%
0.4 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 | 9.7% |
18.5%
8.8 pts better
|
16.3%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 15.4% |
18.3%
2.9 pts better
|
14.9%
0.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 3.9% |
1.7%
2.2 pts worse
|
1.0%
2.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 3.9% |
2.5%
1.4 pts worse
|
1.7%
2.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 18.1% |
26.0%
7.9 pts better
|
19.8%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.8% |
4.3%
0.5 pts better
|
5.1%
1.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
84.3%
15.7 pts better
|
81.7%
18.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-11-21 · Fire 2024-11-21
7 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Miscellaneous (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-10-12 · Fire 2023-10-12
3 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Corrected 2026-02-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
E31 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Corrected 2026-02-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2026-02-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2026-01-26
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2026-02-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2026-02-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-12-05
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-12-24
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-12
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2023-10-26
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-12
K341 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2023-11-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-12
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-11-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-12
K223 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2023-11-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-12
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-10-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-12
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-10-20
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
F552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected 2026-02-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2026-02-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2026-02-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2026-02-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2026-02-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-22
F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2026-02-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-10-20
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2025-12-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-12-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-12-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2024-12-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2024-12-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
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 2024-12-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
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 2024-12-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-21
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2024-12-21
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-12
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-11-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-12
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 2023-11-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-12
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2023-11-12
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Baumler, Karla
Corporate Officer · Individual
Brincks, Mark
Corporate Director · Individual
Bushman, Thomas
Corporate Officer · Individual
Elsbernd, Melvin
Corporate Director · Individual
Elsbernd, Melvin
Corporate Officer · Individual
Fosaaen, Randy
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Jackson, Heather
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Lansing, Kenneth
Corporate Director · Individual
Macario, Natalie
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Manning, Amy
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Marshall, Rachael
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Monroe, Tami
Corporate Officer · Individual
Ossian Senior Hospice Incorporated
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Sender, Mary
Corporate Director · Individual
Uhlenhake, Leanne
Corporate Director · Individual
Wenner, Paul
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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