About Chariton Specialty Care
Nursing home overview and details
Chariton Specialty Care is a for-profit nursing home in Chariton, IA, serving Lucas County and the surrounding community. The facility has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 38.9 residents.
Chariton Specialty Care has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1996, bringing 30 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with CARE INITIATIVES, which provides administrative support and oversight.
CMS has assigned this facility a 2-star quality rating. Families are encouraged to review the detailed quality and safety measures below. When choosing a nursing home in Chariton, IA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Below Average
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Chariton Specialty Care has received a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS. Families considering this facility may want to discuss quality improvement efforts with the administration and review the detailed inspection and staffing data below.
Health Inspection
Below Average
Quality Measures
Very Good
Staffing
Very Good
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Chariton Specialty Care provides 3.14 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.82 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 47.2%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 57.1%. Weekend staffing averages 2.71 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Chariton Specialty Care has received 1 fine totaling $15,134. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Chariton Specialty Care
What is the CMS rating for Chariton Specialty Care?
Chariton Specialty Care has a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Chariton Specialty Care have?
Chariton Specialty Care has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 38.9 residents.
What type of facility is Chariton Specialty Care?
Chariton Specialty Care is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Lucas County in Chariton, IA.
How many doctors practice at Chariton Specialty Care?
Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for Chariton Specialty Care.
Does Chariton Specialty Care have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Chariton Specialty Care has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·