Independence Care Center Of Perry County
Owned by Ernst, Judith
Perryville, Missouri • Nursing home ID 265829
How does this nursing home compare?
#273 of 471
Missouri nursing homes
Better than 42% for Registered Nurse (RN) care
Watch: Low quality rating (2 stars)
Better RN staffing nearby
Other Missouri nursing homes where residents get more Registered Nurse care:
- Cox Medical Centers Meyer Orthopedic and Rehab 7.85 RN hrs/day
- Phelps Health 5.10 RN hrs/day
- Lake Regional Health Systems 4.27 RN hrs/day
- Surrey Place St. Lukes Hospital Skilled Nursing 1.55 RN hrs/day
- Rolla Presbyterian Manor 1.50 RN hrs/day
What matters most
Registered Nurse (RN) care
0.35 hours/day
≈ About average for Missouri
Missouri average: 0.39 hours/day
Ranked #273 of 471
Missouri nursing homes for RN care
More RN time than 42% of Missouri facilities
Total nursing care
2.76 hours/day
⚠ 16% less than Missouri average
Missouri average: 3.30 hours/day
Ranked #387 of 471
Missouri nursing homes for total care
More total staffing than 17% of Missouri facilities
What's the difference? RN hours focus on registered nurses (medical care).
Total hours include all staff (RNs, LPNs, nursing assistants).
A facility can have high total hours but low RN hours—they measure different aspects of care.
Quality & safety record
2/5 stars
7 inspection problems found during recent government inspections
Average quality rating
Fewer problems
Badges compare this facility to other Missouri nursing homes.
Higher quality ratings and fewer inspection problems are better.
Understanding nursing home quality
We compare each facility only to others in Missouri. This keeps comparisons fair since different states have different regulations, costs, and challenges.
What families should look for:
- More RN hours — Registered nurses handle medications and complex medical care
- Higher quality ratings — 4-5 stars indicate better clinical outcomes
- Fewer inspection problems — Shows consistent compliance with safety standards
- Strong total staffing — More hours means more day-to-day attention for residents
Why this matters: Better staffing and quality scores are linked to safer,
more attentive care for residents—and more support and peace of mind for families.
Key terms explained
Registered Nurses (RNs): The most skilled nursing staff who can give medications and manage complex care. RNs require the most training.
HPRD: "Hours Per Resident per Day"—how much staff time each resident gets on average.
Quality rating (stars): A 1-5 rating based on clinical outcomes like pressure ulcers, infections, and resident health improvements.
Inspection problems: Issues found during official inspections—ranging from minor paperwork to serious safety concerns.
LPNs / CNAs: Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants—vital hands-on care roles with different training levels than RNs.
Data sources: Official federal datasets from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and PBJ (Payroll-Based Journal). Updated monthly. This information is for educational purposes and should not replace professional advice about care decisions.
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