Happy Siesta Health Care Center
423 Roosevelt St · Remsen, IA · 51050 · 7127861125
62 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.48 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.80 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.11 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $9,835 |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected June 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected June 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 12, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G April 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 13, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 13, 2023 | Fine | $9,835 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165405 · certified since January 1, 1999. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.