Southern Hills Specialty Care
444 North West View Drive · Osceola, IA · 50213 · 6413426061
90 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Care Initiatives
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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.
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: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.40 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.66 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.01 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $36,865 |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 21, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 21, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 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 August 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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No harm found · C April 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected April 11, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 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 · D December 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 30, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 18, 2024 | Fine | $36,865 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165293 · certified since August 9, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.