Good Samaritan - Waukon is a 2-star (below average) rated 60-bed nursing home in Waukon, Iowa. It has 9 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has moderate registered nurse staffing. Its quality ratings have declined in recent months. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated July 2026

good samaritan - waukon

21 East Main Street · Waukon, IA 52172
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Overall Rating
Health Inspections
2 / 5
Staffing
4 / 5
Quality Measures
2 / 5
Trend
declining
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.89
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.17
RN Turnover
18.2%
Total Staff Turnover
43.5%
Facility Info
Beds
60
Avg. Residents/Day
52
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
9
Complaint Deficiencies
1
Total Fines
$8,281
Number of Penalties
1

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
September 2025 Fine $8,281

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Good Samaritan - Waukon?
Good Samaritan - Waukon has an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars (Below Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Good Samaritan - Waukon been fined or penalized?
Yes, Good Samaritan - Waukon has 1 penalty record(s) on file totaling $8,281.
How many deficiencies does Good Samaritan - Waukon have?
Good Samaritan - Waukon has 9 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Good Samaritan - Waukon accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Good Samaritan - Waukon accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Good Samaritan - Waukon compare to other nursing homes in Waukon?
Visit our Waukon, Iowa nursing homes page to see how Good Samaritan - Waukon ranks against other facilities in the area.