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Mechanicsville Specialty Care Earns Deficiency Free Survey
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March 12, 2019 - Nursing homes are highly regulated and must adhere to hundreds of standards and regulations. There is one nursing home locally that continues to provide a high level of care and service and meet every regulation. In the most recent state inspection and survey (February, 2019) administered by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals, Mechanicsville Specialty Care received zero deficiencies. There are 412 nursing facilities in Iowa. Generally, only 5... -
Crestview Director of Nursing chosen as One of Iowa’s Great Nurses in 2019
Read MoreCindy Wiersema has been selected to receive honors at the 100 Great Iowa Nurses event to be held Sunday, May 5, at the Iowa Events Center Grand Ballroom in Des Moines. Wiersema has been Director of Nursing at Crestview Specialty Care in West Branch since 2013.
“Cindy has a tremendous work ethic and a deep concern for others,” Administrator Cheryl Mercer said.
Years ago, Cindy purchased and trained her dog, Sophie, to join her at work and enhance and enrich residents’ environment. “Cindy assists Sophie by visiting residents who might be feeling down, having difficulties...
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Manly Director of Nursing chosen as One of Iowa’s Great Nurses in 2019
Read MoreMichele Lawson has been selected to be honored at the 100 Great Iowa Nurses event Sunday, May 5, at the Iowa Events Center Grand Ballroom in Des Moines.
Lawson has been Director of Nursing (DON) at Manly Specialty Care since 2007 and a nurse for more than 25 years. “She is truly available 24/7. Her nurse’s hat never comes off,” said Administrator Kimber Kleven. “She is a hands-on DON and often fills in on the floor when there is an open shift.”
“Through Michele's nursing leadership we have been able to achieve the federal government’s coveted 5 star status, received an...
