Aspire of Pleasant Valley
17990 Spencer Road · Pleasant Valley, IA · 52767 · 5633324600
44 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Beacon Health Management
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
61% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.10 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.05 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.54 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (35 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 18, 2025 · found via complaint
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 December 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E May 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected June 3, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G February 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024
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 September 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E September 9, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 9, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 9, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 9, 2024
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E November 21, 2023
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected December 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2023
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 December 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165376 · certified since January 1, 1998. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.