Assisted Living Home

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

Overview of Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is committed to promoting health, healing, and wellness at every level for residents. It offers long and short term care services, orthopedic rehab, cardiac recovery, and skilled nursing. The facility provides individualized care plans and has a dedicated staff to support residents' recovery.
(402) 564-8014

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Nebraska average: 2.9/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Nebraska average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
1/5
Nebraska average: 3.3/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5
Nebraska average: 2.9/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 47m per day

This home provides 15% less nursing time per resident than the Nebraska average.

Nebraska average: 4h 27m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 38

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Nebraska average
Occupancy rate 41.7%
Residents per day (avg) 74
Occupancy rate
41.7%
Residents per day (avg)
74

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

50% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

15% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Medicaid

35% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11.3M
Profit
$806.1K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11,294,018.00
Profit
$806,141.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.4M
38.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.1M
Total costs $10.5M
Bed community size
38-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Assisted Living Facilities
Status Active
County: PLATTE

Additional licensing details

License number: ALF445
CMS Certification Number: 285092

Ownership & operating entity

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is administrated by CHELSEY ROAN, ADMINISTRATOR.

Owner name: PO BOX 625, 2855 40TH AVENUE

Care Services

Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Long-term care
short-term rehab
orthopedic rehab
cardiac recovery
wound healing
skilled nursing.

Contact Information

Fax: (402) 564-0885

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spacious Private Rooms
gourmet dining
beautiful patio areas
continuous specialized medical attention 24/7.

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
About Us, Services, Employment, Contact Us

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Gourmet dining with personalized menus.

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.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Nebraska average 4.3


Last Health inspection on Aug 2024

Total health citations 20
Citations per inspection
3.33

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

9 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; 5 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations; and 6 of 20 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Nebraska average: 0.2

0 serious citations More info Nebraska average: 0.5

20 moderate citations More info Nebraska average: 17.2

0 minor citations More info Nebraska average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Aug 14, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 14, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jul 18, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jul 18, 2024
Corrected

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The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.
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SNF

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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Address COLUMBUS, NE 68601

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

260
Total Staff
163
Employees
97
Contractors
37,927
Total Hours (Quarter)
55
Avg Staff/Day
7.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse117.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse349 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1267.3 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
213 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Therapy Services
35 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
2.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
8.8%
of total hours from contractors
3,342 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 54 Medication Aide/Technician: 12 Licensed Practical Nurse: 25 Registered Nurse: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant725412614,01591100%7.3
Medication Aide/Technician2812406,40591100%8.7
Physical Therapist230235,78791100%6.6
Licensed Practical Nurse925343,8759099%9
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,1637987%6.8
Mental Health Service Worker2021,0277279%7.7
Physical Therapy Assistant3039746875%7.9
RN Director of Nursing2028816470%8
Speech Language Pathologist5056268088%7.4
Registered Nurse65115905662%7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist2025487178%6.8
Administrator1015206571%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician2025057077%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide2025016470%7.8
Nurse Practitioner2024405560%8
Qualified Social Worker011703235%2.2

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
85 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
23 residents (27.1%)
Medicaid
42 residents (49.4%)
Private pay or other
20 residents (23.5%)
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.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.4
35% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 11.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 16.9
27% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 23.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.5%
64% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.8%
38% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 22.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 29.6%
10% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 26.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.2%
29% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.3%
22% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5.5%
80% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.2%
32% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 25.4%
28% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 19.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.8%
7% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 93.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.9%
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 96.1%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 67.5%
16% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 80.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 4.2%
78% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 2.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 77.6%
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 75.9%

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$4,000 (individual, higher than most states).

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Nebraska Respite Network

NE Respite Network

Caregiver of someone 60+, Nebraska resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus), Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).

~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.

$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).

Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

Age 55+, Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Nebraska SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural areas.