405 North 15th Avenue, Hiawatha, IA 52233 · Linn County
At Hiawatha Care Center, we not only emphasize our quality of care, but also our quality of caring.
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Typically 90% full (99 of 109 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Hiawatha Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Hiawatha, IA, with 109 certified beds and an average of about 99 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.13 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.64 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
None noted in the public data.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,600–$10,770/mo (median $9,420) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,430–$7,690/mo (median $5,250) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cedar Rapids prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (10 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
405 North 15th Avenue, Hiawatha, IA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityHiawatha Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hiawatha, IA area typically runs $8,600–$10,770 per month (median $9,420, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Hiawatha Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 4.13 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Hiawatha Care Center has 10 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-02). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 90% full (99 of 109 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Hiawatha Care Center in Hiawatha, IA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 109 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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