Jackson County, Iowa · Nursing home
Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center
2 of 5 overall from CMS
1015 Wesley Drive, Maquoketa, IA 52060
At a glance
- Overall rating 2 of 5 Below the state average of 3.1
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.34 hours Below the state average of 3.82
- Nursing staff who left in a year 43.5% Below the state average of 44.0%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 20 None at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 83.2% of 75 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center is a 75-bed nursing home in Maquoketa, Iowa (Jackson County). CMS rates it 2 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.34 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the Iowa average of 3.82. CMS lists no fines in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 75
- Residents per day (average)
- 62.4
- Certified since
- 2003 (23 yrs)
For profit - Limited Liability company Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Shlomo Hoffman (10 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS counts 7 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Jun 26, 2025 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the Iowa average is 6.5. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.40 hours per resident per day; the Iowa average is 0.74. Is an RN on site overnight?RN staffing in CMS data
- What is the daily private-pay rate, and are Medicaid beds available now?CMS does not publish prices
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 2 of 5 Iowa average 3.1
- Health inspections 2 of 5 Iowa average 2.8
- Staffing 3 of 5 Iowa average 3.7
- Quality measures 3 of 5 Iowa average 3.3
The vertical line marks the Iowa average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.34 h Iowa average 3.82
- Nurse aides 2.41 h Iowa average 2.52
- Licensed practical nurses 0.53 h Iowa average 0.56
- Registered nurses 0.40 h Iowa average 0.74
- All staff, weekends 3.13 h Iowa average 3.37
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 11 hours. The vertical line marks the Iowa average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover43.5%
- Iowa average44.0%
- Registered nurse turnover55.6%
- Iowa average42.1%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Iowa and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Iowa | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 18.2% | 17.1% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.0% | 4.6% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 80.7% | 4.2% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.7% | 3.8% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.5% | 94.0% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 13.0% | 16.6% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 52.9% | 20.8% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% | 95.3% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.5% | 4.2% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 29.9% | 25.6% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 66.4% | 19.5% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.43 | 1.49 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.27 | 2.08 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Iowa | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 85.5% | 84.0% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% | 2.1% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | Too few residents or stays to report | 73.3% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | Too few residents or stays to report | 20.9% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | Too few residents or stays to report | 13.2% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 20 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. None was graded as actual harm or immediate jeopardy. 9 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2025 | 7 | 3 |
| Aug 7, 2024 | 10 | 3 |
| Aug 24, 2023 | 3 | 5 |
Iowa homes averaged 6.5 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (20)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 26, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 26, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 30, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 30, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 30, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 30, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 30, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Complaint investigation · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Complaint investigation · Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Complaint investigation · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 28, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 28, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 28, 2023)
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this home in the past three years.
Iowa homes averaged 0.6 fines and $19,286 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Iowa
- Size104 of 387 by certified beds
- Iowa average residents per day52.4
- ChainShlomo Hoffman
- Chain average overall rating2.1 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Jackson County3
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center?
Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center has an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 2, staffing is 3 and quality measures is 3.
How many beds does Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center have?
Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center has 75 certified beds. It averages 62.4 residents per day, about 83.2% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center?
The home reports 3.34 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.40 hours from registered nurses. The Iowa average is 3.82 hours and 0.74 hours from registered nurses.
Has Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 2 of 5 Maquoketa Care Center 46beds 83.3%in use 3.42nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Fieldstone of Dewitt 70beds 93.9%in use 4.06nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Wheatland Manor 44beds 93.6%in use 3.40nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Jackson County
Who to call in Iowa
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Iowa.
- Long-term care ombudsman Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman 866-236-1430 (Toll-free. Relay Iowa TTY: 1-800-735-2942. The page also offers an online complaint form.) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Health Facilities Complaints Hotline 1-877-686-0027 (Email hfd_complaint@dia.iowa.gov; complaints fax 515-281-7106. DIAL's complaints page links to an online complaint form (stateofiowa.seamlessdocs.com/f/DIA_Contact_Form).) The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Iowa staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 165516. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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