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Valley Vue Care Center

Nursing HomeArmstrong, IACMS 165353
27 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
5 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
40

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
35.2

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
27

*CMS

Inspections on file
8

*CMS

Last inspection
2026-03-12

*CMS

Citations

27 citations on record

Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0760Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

  • 0712Generalpotential for harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  • 0918Generalpotential for harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  • 0758Generalpotential for harm

    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

  • 0811Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that residents are assessed for appropriateness for a feeding assistant program, receive services as per their plan of care, and feeding assistants are trained and supervised.

  • 0883Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

  • 0291Generalpotential for harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

  • 0692Generalpotential for harm

    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

  • 0690Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

  • 0684Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • 0293Generalpotential for harm

    Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

  • 0347Generalpotential for harm

    Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0363Generalpotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0641Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

  • 0550Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  • 0725Generalpotential for harm

    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

  • 0355Generalpotential for harm

    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

  • 0921Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

  • 0918Generalpotential for harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  • 0039Generalpotential for harm

    Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

  • 0321Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

  • 0347Generalpotential for harm

    Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0711Generalpotential for harm

    Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

  • 0760Seriousimmediate jeopardy

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Inspection history

Every health inspection on record

Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is Valley Vue Care Center?
Valley Vue Care Center is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Armstrong, IA, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 165353.
What is the CMS rating for Valley Vue Care Center?
Valley Vue Care Center has a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Valley Vue Care Center have?
Valley Vue Care Center is certified for 40 beds. It serves an average of 35.2 residents per day.
How many citations does Valley Vue Care Center have?
Valley Vue Care Center has 27 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Valley Vue Care Center last inspected?
Valley Vue Care Center was last inspected on March 12, 2026. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.

*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

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