About Elm Crest Retirement Community
Nursing home overview and details
Elm Crest Retirement Community is an nursing home in Harlan, IA, serving Shelby County and the surrounding community. The facility has 50 certified beds with an average daily census of 47.3 residents.
Elm Crest Retirement Community has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1997, bringing 29 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with AMERICAN BAPTIST HOMES OF THE MIDWEST, which provides administrative support and oversight. It operates as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offering a continuum of care from independent living to skilled nursing, allowing residents to age in place.
The facility holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Harlan, 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
Average
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Elm Crest Retirement Community has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. This composite rating helps families compare nursing homes when evaluating care options.
Health Inspection
Average
Quality Measures
Very Good
Staffing
Average
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Elm Crest Retirement Community provides 3.80 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.80 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 73.3%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 45.5%. Weekend staffing averages 3.11 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Elm Crest Retirement Community has 1 total penalties on record. 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.
Doctors at Elm Crest Retirement Community
8 affiliated physicians
Dr. David Erlbacher, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Brian Anderson, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Jill Ferry, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Sarah Devine, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Patrick Pucelik, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Scott Markham, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Robert Bendorf, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Tina Flores Schechinger, MD
Family Practice
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Elm Crest Retirement Community
What is the CMS rating for Elm Crest Retirement Community?
Elm Crest Retirement Community has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Elm Crest Retirement Community have?
Elm Crest Retirement Community has 50 certified beds with an average daily census of 47.3 residents.
What type of facility is Elm Crest Retirement Community?
Elm Crest Retirement Community is a non profit - other nursing home serving Shelby County in Harlan, IA.
How many doctors practice at Elm Crest Retirement Community?
8 physicians are affiliated with Elm Crest Retirement Community. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Elm Crest Retirement Community have any safety concerns?
Elm Crest Retirement Community has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·