Traditions Memory Care of Newton
2130 West 18th Street South, Newton, IA 50208 · (641) 791-1127
For profit - Corporation · 46 certified beds
Traditions Memory Care of Newton has a 3-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in July 2025, found 2 citations (the Iowa average is 6.5). It hasn't been fined in the last three years.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on July 3, 2025 found 2 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.July 3, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.July 3, 2025 · F0883 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 2 citations.
- Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.October 28, 2025 · F0657 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.October 28, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
Fines and payment denials
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Iowa average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 2.99 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.23 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.73 | 0.56 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.03 | 2.52 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 21.2% | 44% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 46 |
| Average residents per day | 44.5 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Wesley Park Centre Newton · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Newton Village Health Care Center Newton · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation Newton · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Accura Healthcare of Newton East, LLC Newton · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
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