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Good Samaritan Society - Forest City
606 South Seventh Street, Forest City, IA 50436
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Good Samaritan Society - Forest City Description
The Good Samaritan Society is committed to providing an unprecedented level of quality service, compassionate care and range of amenities to ensure our residents enjoy a care-free, fulfilling lifestyle that is tailored to their needs.
As a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified rehabilitation and skilled care center, our accommodations, services and activities allow you the independence you want, the comfort you deserve and the care you need. Our friendly, professional staff is dedicated to enhancing your life, bringing you joy and creating opportunities that care for your whole person - body, mind and spirit.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 2
Health inspection rating: 2
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 4
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: April 1, 1994
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 56
Total current residents: 38
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 1
Number of
substantiated complaints: 3
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 0
Total cost of fines: $0
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-01 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-02-25 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-02-25 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-02 | F | Construction Deficiencies | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-02-18 | E | Egress Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Have exits that are accessible at all times. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install proper backup exit lighting. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-01 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-02-25 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2022-02-16 | 2022-02-17 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | E | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2019-10-14 | 2019-11-13 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2018-07-31 | 2018-08-01 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2018-07-31 | 2018-08-07 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2018-07-31 | 2018-08-27 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. |
| 2018-07-31 | 2018-08-31 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2018-07-31 | 2018-08-14 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2018-07-31 | 2018-08-07 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2018-07-31 | 2018-08-07 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2018-07-31 | 2018-08-09 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-04-25 | 2023-05-09 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2023-04-25 | 2023-05-09 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-02-10 | 2022-03-09 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2022-02-10 | 2022-03-09 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. |
| 2022-02-10 | 2022-03-09 | B | Administration Deficiencies | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | C | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Post nurse staffing information every day. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-06 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2018-07-26 | 2018-08-21 | B | Administration Deficiencies | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly |
| 2018-07-26 | 2018-08-21 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2019-06-18 | $21,232 |
| 2020-06-17 | $9,750 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Clear Lake which is 15.6 miles away and has a population of 7,590 (very small town).
- The average income is $66,383, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 73
- Low Temperature: 17
- Average Temperature: 47.8
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 120 days of rain, 61 days of snow and 182 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.9 inches a year
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.63 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
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Supermarkets
Forest City Foods
0.6 miles awayBill's Family Foods
0.7 miles awayLarson's Mercantile
15.6 miles awayJohnson Food Center
17.8 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
20.6 miles awayTransportation
Lady of the Lake
15.5 miles awayNone Found
Banks
Farmers Trust and Savings Bank
17.7 miles awayFarmer's Trust and Savings Bank
17.7 miles awayClear Lake Bank and Trust
21.4 miles awayWells Fargo
22.5 miles awayHospitals
Hancock County Memorial Hospital
13.8 miles awayNorth Iowa Mercy Health Center - West Campus
20.2 miles awayMercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
22.5 miles awayPharmacies
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
21.9 miles awayDentists
Wilson Dental Center
0.4 miles awayLake Mills Family Dental
12.4 miles awayBurgmeier Dentistry
21.4 miles awayParks
Merrick City Park
0.3 miles awayPammel Park
0.4 miles awayEastwoods Park
0.5 miles awayRotary-Westgate Park
0.6 miles awayThomas Bearse Park
0.7 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Willowbrook Mall
22.3 miles awayCulture
Odvin Hagen Music Center
0.3 miles awaySurf Ballroom and Museum
15.1 miles awayClear Lake Bandshell
15.5 miles awayRestaurants
Scoopy Doo's Ice Cream & More
0.4 miles awayBear Creek Restaurant
0.6 miles awayThe Lodge
0.6 miles awayThe Branding Iron
10.1 miles awayRice Lake Country Club
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