On With Life
Scout 100Ankeny, IA · 28 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Ankeny's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,860–$11,100/mo
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Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation
200 South Eighth Avenue East, Newton, IA 50208 · Jasper County
Your health is our focus Valley Vista is a 65-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility offering a comprehensive range of post-hospitalization care, including TruRehab therapy services, short-term skilled care, and long-term care. Conveniently located in Newton, Iowa, just 4 miles north of I-80, our facility is …
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
Photos via google places, facility website.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Newton
Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Newton, IA, with 70 certified beds and an average of about 58 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cedar View Holdings network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.06 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.66 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.06 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Newton options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 70
- Avg. residents/day
- 58
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Cedar View Holdings
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 165427
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,860–$11,100/mo (median $9,710) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Des Moines prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.06
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.66
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 60%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 11
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (36 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-02-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2026-02-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-11-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-11-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
2025-08-14Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-08-14Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-08-14Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
200 South Eighth Avenue East, Newton, IA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation
How much does Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation cost?
Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Newton, IA area typically runs $8,860–$11,100 per month (median $9,710, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 3.06 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation has 36 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation offer?
Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Newton, IA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 70 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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