About Karen Acres Care Center
Nursing home overview and details
Karen Acres Care Center is a for-profit nursing home in Urbandale, IA, serving Polk County and the surrounding community. The facility has 35 certified beds with an average daily census of 31.1 residents.
Karen Acres Care Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 2002, bringing 24 years of experience in long-term care.
Karen Acres Care Center has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Urbandale, 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
Excellent
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Karen Acres Care Center has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.
Health Inspection
Very Good
Quality Measures
Excellent
Staffing
Average
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Karen Acres Care Center provides 3.10 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.64 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 40.0%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 66.7%. Weekend staffing averages 2.92 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Karen Acres Care Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This is an important consideration for families evaluating nursing home safety, as it indicates the facility has maintained compliance with federal quality standards. The facility has no infection control deficiencies on record, which is particularly important for the health and safety of elderly residents.
Patient Reviews
Reviews and ratings from patients
Loading reviews...
Manage This Nursing Home Profile
Claim your profile to update information, respond to reviews, add photos, and showcase your facility to families and patients.
Claim & Manage ProfileOther Nursing Homes Nearby
Nursing homes in IA
Royal Oaks Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
115 Beds · < 1 mi away
4614 Nw 84th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 270-6838
Calvin Community
59 Beds · 3 mi away
4210 Hickman Road, Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 277-6141
Ramsey Village
78 Beds · 3 mi away
1611 27th Street, Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 274-3612
Walnut Ridge
60 Beds · 4 mi away
1703 Campus Drive, Clive, IA 50325
(515) 222-4000
Deerfield Health Care Center
30 Beds · 4 mi away
13731 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50323
(515) 331-6900
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
150 Beds · 4 mi away
5837 Winwood Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 270-1100
Find Nursing Homes in Nearby Cities
Browse nursing homes in surrounding areas
Frequently Asked Questions
About Karen Acres Care Center
What is the CMS rating for Karen Acres Care Center?
Karen Acres Care Center has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Karen Acres Care Center have?
Karen Acres Care Center has 35 certified beds with an average daily census of 31.1 residents.
What type of facility is Karen Acres Care Center?
Karen Acres Care Center is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Polk County in Urbandale, IA.
How many doctors practice at Karen Acres Care Center?
Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for Karen Acres Care Center.
Does Karen Acres Care Center have any safety concerns?
Karen Acres Care Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·