Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center
900 Polk Boulevard · Des Moines, IA · 50312 · 5152555433
46 certified beds Non profit - Other
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 56% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 4 · $27,523 |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 13, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B March 13, 2025
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 27, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2023
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.
Corrected February 27, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 7, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| July 17, 2023 | Fine | $13,762 |
| June 26, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| June 20, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165006 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.