Waterloo, IA

Ravenwood Specialty Care

3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

2651 St Francis Drive, Waterloo, IA

(319) 232-6808

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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

176

Certified beds

Average residents

126

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Non-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Care Initiatives

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1995-03-27

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.67

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.41

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.18

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

2.94

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

19%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

32%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.3
1.5
1.2 pts better
1.9
1.6 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.3
2.1
0.8 pts better
1.8
0.5 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.3%
94.0%
5.3 pts better
93.4%
5.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.3%
95.2%
3.1 pts better
95.5%
2.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.8%
3.7%
1.9 pts better
3.3%
1.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.5%
4.0%
0.5 pts better
11.4%
7.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.5%
4.9%
0.4 pts better
5.4%
0.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 26.1%
20.6%
5.5 pts worse
19.6%
6.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 31.0%
19.8%
11.2 pts worse
16.7%
14.3 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 18.4%
18.5%
0.1 pts better
16.3%
2.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.8%
18.3%
0.5 pts better
14.9%
2.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 1.8%
1.7%
0.1 pts worse
1.0%
0.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.0%
2.5%
1.5 pts worse
1.7%
2.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 26.4%
26.0%
0.4 pts worse
19.8%
6.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 1.3%
4.3%
3 pts better
5.1%
3.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 84.4%
84.3%
0.1 pts better
81.7%
2.7 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 3.2%
13.1%
9.9 pts better
12.0%
8.8 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 5.8%
1.9%
3.9 pts worse
1.6%
4.2 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 82.1%
73.3%
8.8 pts better
79.7%
2.4 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 25.9%
21.3%
4.6 pts worse
23.9%
2 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-11-17 · Fire 2025-11-17

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-10-24 · Fire 2024-10-24

8 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Rights (3 deficiencies)

9 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-08-03 · Fire 2023-08-03

16 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Rights (5 deficiencies)

16 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2025-10-13

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

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 2025-10-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-10-10

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-10-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-10-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2024-11-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2024-11-05

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2024-11-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-10-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2024-11-05

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2024-11-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2024-11-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2024-11-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-11-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

E29 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop a communication plan.

Corrected 2023-08-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2023-09-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2023-08-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

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 2023-08-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2023-08-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K341 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

Corrected 2023-08-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K347 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

Corrected 2023-08-09

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-08-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2023-08-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2023-08-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2023-08-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

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 2023-08-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2023-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-08-09

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2023-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

K700 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors.

Corrected 2023-08-08

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

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 2025-11-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

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 2025-11-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2025-11-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2025-11-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-11-17

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Corrected 2025-11-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-10

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2025-05-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-12-31

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 2025-01-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

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 2024-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Corrected 2024-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

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 2024-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

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 2024-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-24

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-13

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 2024-08-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-25

F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2024-04-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

F919 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Corrected 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Corrected 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Corrected 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-03

F921 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Corrected 2023-09-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-06

F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Corrected 2023-04-26

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Care Initiatives

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 43 facilities 2009-09-01
Baedke, Charissa

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 12 facilities 2024-01-01
Beal, Michael

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2020-06-01
Beal, Michael

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2020-06-01
Bowen, Lane

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 44 facilities 2020-01-01
Carothers, Mary Jane

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2023-01-01
Childs, Kevin

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2023-04-01
Computershare Corporate Trust

5% Or Greater Mortgage Interest · Organization

0% 41 facilities 2025-01-01
Corless, Peter

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 40 facilities 2025-01-01
Dixon, David

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 44 facilities 2016-06-01
Drake, Emily

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2023-01-04
Dufur, David

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2024-04-27
Gilyard, Tanya

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 40 facilities 2025-05-23
Krein, Keith

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2022-06-29
Kuhn, Jeramy

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2008-06-25
Mcdyer, Jessica

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2023-02-22
Purdy, Angelena

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2025-01-03
Rust, Elizabeth

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2023-01-01
Sturm, Denise

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2020-01-01
Ughetti, Anthony

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2025-06-23
Upmeyer, Linda

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 43 facilities 2022-01-01
Volm, Johanna

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 27 facilities 2021-01-01
Whyms, Brian

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 11 facilities 2024-01-01

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