SeniorCareRanked
Iowa/Tripoli
47
Poor

Tripoli Nursing & Rehab

604 Third Street SW, Tripoli, IA 50676
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Tripoli Nursing & Rehab is a 28-bed non profit - corporation nursing home located in Tripoli, Iowa. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 47 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 67.5% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has no recorded fines. 2 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score47/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.8 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.61 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover68% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies2 (↑ Better than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • High staff turnover (67.5%)

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.8
RN hours/resident/day0.61
Staff turnover67.5%
RN turnover88.9%

Facility Information

Beds28
Avg residents26.8
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Deficiencies (last inspection)2
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Tripoli Nursing & Rehab

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Tripoli Nursing & Rehab reports 4.8 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

With 67.5% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

2 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.