Good Samaritan - Indianola
708 South Jefferson · Indianola, IA · 50125 · 5159612596
105 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.92 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
61% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.92 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.48 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.52 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $20,316 |
Inspection citations (33 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 2026 · 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 February 13, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 29, 2025 · 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 August 16, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
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 August 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected May 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
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 May 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
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 May 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · 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 May 15, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 30, 2025 · 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 February 19, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F January 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected February 19, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E January 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 19, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G June 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G June 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected July 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 18, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected July 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected July 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 18, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2024 · found via complaint
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 July 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 24, 2025 | Fine | $12,438 |
| January 10, 2024 | Fine | $7,878 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165186 · certified since November 1, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.