About Good Samaritan - Waukon
Nursing home overview and details
Good Samaritan - Waukon is an nursing home in Waukon, IA, serving Allamakee County and the surrounding community. The facility has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 46.3 residents.
Good Samaritan - Waukon has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1994, bringing 32 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY, which provides administrative support and oversight.
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 Waukon, 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
Good Samaritan - Waukon 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
Average
Staffing
Very Good
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Good Samaritan - Waukon provides 3.35 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 1.03 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 44.9%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 25.0%. Weekend staffing averages 2.95 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Good Samaritan - Waukon has received 1 fine totaling $8,281. 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 Good Samaritan - Waukon
3 affiliated physicians
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About Good Samaritan - Waukon
What is the CMS rating for Good Samaritan - Waukon?
Good Samaritan - Waukon 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 Good Samaritan - Waukon have?
Good Samaritan - Waukon has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 46.3 residents.
What type of facility is Good Samaritan - Waukon?
Good Samaritan - Waukon is a non profit - corporation nursing home serving Allamakee County in Waukon, IA.
How many doctors practice at Good Samaritan - Waukon?
3 physicians are affiliated with Good Samaritan - Waukon. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Good Samaritan - Waukon have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Good Samaritan - Waukon has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·