Sibley Specialty Care

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Sibley Specialty Care, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF812Jul 1, 2026

  Based on observation, staff interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to maintain the kitchen in a sanitary condition. The facility reported a census of 39 residents.Findings include:During observation on 6/28/26 at 9:39 AM the initial kitchen tour revealed:a. Food debris scattered around small appliances on the shelving unit under the prep table and beneath the food warmer.b. Melted ice cream present on the drip tray of the ice cream machine.c. Food debris present within two refrigerator units and a freezer unit.d. Crumbling white lime buildup on the dishwashing unit.During the tour, the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) acknowledged the refrigerator and shelving units should be free of food debris and that lime buildup should be sanitized prior to deterioration. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF804May 8, 2025

  Based on review of the menu, observation, and staff interviews the facility failed to serve the full portions of food when preparing meals for residents (Residents #7, #16, #19, #22 and #28). The facility identified a census of 39 residents. Findings include: The facility's Cycle Day 4 Menu identified the following items as part of the planned menu for the lunch meal on 5/7/25 for residents on a regular diet: Pork chop Gravy Roasted Red Potatoes Squash (replaced with carrots) Wheat roll with Margarine The facility's Cycle Day 4 menu identified the following items as part of the planned menu for the lunch meal on 5/7/25 for residents on a mechanical diet: Pork chop chopped Gravy Mashed Potatoes Squash (replaced with carrots) blended Wheat roll with Margarine Observation on 5/7/25… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF812May 8, 2025

  Based on observations, staff interviews, and facility policy review the facility failed to ensure proper sanitary conditions in the kitchen area where staff prepared food, and failed to keep utensils on a sanitary surface during meal service. The facility identified a census of 39 residents. Findings included: The initial kitchen walkthrough on 5/5/25 at 10:35 AM with the Dietary Manager (DM) revealed the following: a. The sugar bin showed a build up of debris around the opening and under the cover of the container. Hair present on the container. b. The flour bin showed a build up of debris around the opening and under the cover of the container. c. A snack cart contained a variety of scattered food debris at the bottom of the cart. d. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF607Apr 18, 2024

  Based on personnel file reviews, staff interviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure all employees had an Iowa Criminal Background check and dependent adult/child abuse registry check completed prior to working in the facility for 1 out of 5 employees reviewed (Staff A). The facility reported a census of 40 residents. Findings include: Review of facility provided document titled Employee New Hire by Time Period dated 4/14/24 at 8:13 a.m., revealed Staff A, non-certified nursing assistant documented a hire date of 3/26/24. The personnel file for Staff A revealed documentation of a criminal background check through a third-party vendor with a completed date of 3/21/24. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF804Jul 1, 2026

  Based on observation, resident and staff interviews, and a review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure room trays were served at an appetizing temperature for 2 of 12 residents reviewed (Residents #1 and #6). The facility reported a census of 39 residents.Findings include: During an interview on 06/29/2026 at 10:50 AM, Resident #6 reported inconsistent meal temperatures, stating that food served in their room was frequently cold. During an interview on 6/30/26 at 8:51 AM, Resident #1 reported that meals served in their room were frequently cold. On 06/30/2026 at 12:13 PM, the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) measured the temperature of the final room tray delivered. […]