Occupancy rate
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CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Wauneta Care and Therapy Center
Nursing Home in Nebraska
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Wauneta Care and Therapy Center
Wauneta Care and Therapy Center is a long-term care facility that provides a range of services including nursing care, therapy, and adult day care. The center offers a homelike setting with a focus on individualized care and a variety of amenities. It is Medicare and Medicaid certified and has been serving the community since 1970.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
36
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
77.8%
Residents per day (avg)
31
Occupancy rate
77.8%
Residents per day (avg)
31
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
38% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
31% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 years
Medicaid
31% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$3.3M
Operating deficit
-$321.9K
Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$3,267,876.00
Operating deficit
$-321,914.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$3.6M
36-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Nebraska averageOccupied beds
28 / 36
Average residents
54 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyCHASE
CMS Certification Number285220
Certification TypeCertification
Wauneta Care and Therapy Center is administrated by RANAE RICHARDSON, Administrator.
Owner NameVILLAGE OF WAUNETA
Emergency Systems24-hour security and fire safety systems
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
24-Hour Staffing
Fax(308) 394-5733
Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
24-Hour Security And Fire Safety Systems
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services
Specific ProgramsLong Term Care, Short Term Care, Adult Day Care, Inpatient and Outpatient Therapy
Religious ServicesYes
Food DescriptionThree delicious meals each day with a choice of entrée and snacks available throughout the day.
Meals IncludedYes
Meals Per Day3
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Inspection History
In Nebraska, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health conducts regular inspections to ensure nursing and assisted living facilities meet state and federal standards.
13 visits/inspections
2 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
1 routine inspections
Results
8 with issues
5 without issues
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Latest inspection
Date
March 13, 2025
Renewal87 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Nebraska average: 52 deficiencies
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
4
Nebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Total health citations
14
Nebraska average 18.2
Citations per inspection
3.5
Nebraska average 4.19
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 14 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 14 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 14 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
1
1
100% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.5
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
13 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 13, 2025
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 13, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 13, 2025
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 13, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 13, 2025
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 13, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
May 13, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
May 13, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Nebraska The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.
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HARTINGTON
67
63.6%
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4.13
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0
7
2.3
0
31
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Klaasmeyer, Kenneth
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285088
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TEKAMAH
46
72.0%
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3.83
-14%
0
12
4.0
0
30
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Geis, Heather
$3.1M
$2.1M
66.4%
285118
Arbor Care Center-Valhaven, LLC
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
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VALLEY
66
72.4%
+3%
4.08
-8%
0
18
4.5
1
50
A+
-
$5.0M
$3.2M
64%
285117
Arbor Care Centers – Ord, LLC
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
ORD
60
51.8%
-26%
3.76
-16%
0
29
7.3
1
35
-
Luth, Kurt
$2.9M
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52.9%
285294
Wauneta Care and Therapy Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
WAUNETA
36
89.6%
+27%
-
-
0
14
3.5
1
31
-
Village Of Wauneta
$3.1M
$1.8M
59.2%
285220
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
68
Employees
42
Contractors
26
Staff to resident ratio
2.27:1
5% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average ratio: 2.15:1
Avg staff/day
19
Average shift
7.4 hours
5% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
12,785
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
4
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
11
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
32
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
8.2%
1,051 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 11
Licensed Practical Nurse: 6
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Registered Nurse: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 21 | 11 | 32 | 5,383 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,865 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1,265 | 89 | 98% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 6 | 11 | 972 | 75 | 82% | 8.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 442 | 62 | 68% | 7.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 61 | 67% | 6.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 412 | 61 | 67% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 323 | 52 | 57% | 6.2 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 300 | 45 | 49% | 6.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 164 | 40 | 44% | 4.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 126 | 46 | 51% | 2.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 72 | 20 | 22% | 3.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 10 | 11% | 3.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1% | 2 |
32 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
8 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
4 Registered Nurse
% of Days
98%
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
82%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
67%
1 Administrator
% of Days
57%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
49%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
44%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
51%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
22%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
11%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
1%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
30 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
15 residents (50%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (50%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.9
14% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.7
19% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 23.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.8%
19% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.0%
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 22.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.2%
31% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 26.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.4%
41% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.8%
12% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.1%
33% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 3.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.6%
21% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.7%
62% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.6%
22% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 19.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
7% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 93.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.1%
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 96.1%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.7%
11% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 80.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$0
100% lower than Nebraska averageNebraska average: $33K
Number of fines
0
100% fewer fines than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.5
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
38% more payment denials than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.7
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$0
Nebraska average
$33K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
May 16, 2024
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
May 16, 2024
15 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Wauneta Care and Therapy Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
89.6%
↑ 13.4pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$321,914
↓ ~$651K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$2,080,393
↑ ~$363K vs 2023
Profit Margin
-10.4%
↓ 22.1pp vs 2023
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