About Emmetsburg Care Center
Nursing home overview and details
Emmetsburg Care Center is a for-profit nursing home in Emmetsburg, IA, serving Palo Alto County and the surrounding community. The facility has 46 certified beds with an average daily census of 41.2 residents.
Emmetsburg Care Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1997, bringing 29 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with LEGACY HEALTHCARE, 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 Emmetsburg, 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
Emmetsburg Care Center 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
Average
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Emmetsburg Care Center provides 3.46 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.59 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 64.6%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 71.4%. Weekend staffing averages 3.19 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Emmetsburg Care Center has received 1 fine totaling $25,695. 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 Emmetsburg Care Center
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Emmetsburg Care Center
What is the CMS rating for Emmetsburg Care Center?
Emmetsburg Care Center 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 Emmetsburg Care Center have?
Emmetsburg Care Center has 46 certified beds with an average daily census of 41.2 residents.
What type of facility is Emmetsburg Care Center?
Emmetsburg Care Center is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Palo Alto County in Emmetsburg, IA.
How many doctors practice at Emmetsburg Care Center?
2 physicians are affiliated with Emmetsburg Care Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Emmetsburg Care Center have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Emmetsburg Care Center has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·