Nursing Home

Old Cheney Rehabilitation

Overview of Old Cheney Rehabilitation
Old Cheney Rehabilitation is a premier rehabilitation center in Lincoln, Nebraska, focused on helping patients recover from surgery, injury, or illness. The facility offers personalized treatment plans and a range of services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Patients can enjoy comfortable private suites and nutritious meals prepared by an in-house chef.
(531) 739-3200

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
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.
3/5
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.
4h 26m per day

This home provides 1% 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 47

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Nebraska average
Occupancy rate 67.9%
Residents per day (avg) 27
Occupancy rate
67.9%
Residents per day (avg)
27

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

63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

30% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$6.7M
Operating loss
-$566.3K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$6,680,460.00
Operating loss
$-566,297.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.4M
50.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.9M
Total costs $7.2M
Bed community size
47-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home
County: LANCASTER

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 285299
Certification type: Certification

Ownership & operating entity

Old Cheney Rehabilitation is administrated by Kylee Johnston.

Owner name: SNF LINCOLN OPERATING COMPANY, LLC

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Short-term and acute care

Contact Information

Fax: (531) 739-3299

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private suites
on-site salon
dining room
nutritious meals
activities including social hours
movie nights
bingo
and board games.

Programs & Activities

Activities
Open visiting hours are available for friends and family.
Specific Programs
Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, 24/7 Medical Care, Nutrition Services, Medication Management
Operating Hours
Open visiting hours

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
All meals are made fresh daily by the in-house chef, with options to dine in rooms or in the dining room. Special meals are crafted for patients recovering from cardiac events or managing diabetes.
Special Diets
Yes
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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 5

Nebraska average 4.3


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations 22
Citations per inspection
4.4

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

18 of 22 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 22 resulted from complaint investigations.

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

22 moderate citations More info Nebraska average: 17.2

0 minor citations More info Nebraska average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Environmental moderate citation May 22, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation May 22, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation May 22, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation May 22, 2025
Corrected

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Address 4.1 miles from city center

Address LINCOLN, NE 68512

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

89
Total Staff
64
Employees
25
Contractors
15,107
Total Hours (Quarter)
21
Avg Staff/Day
7.9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse88.9 No
Licensed Practical Nurse119.6 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant418.2 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
60 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services
18 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
4.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
6.7%
of total hours from contractors
1,010 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 6 Certified Nursing Assistant: 16 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant2516415,95191100%8.2
Registered Nurse8082,25691100%8.9
Licensed Practical Nurse56111,7248492%9.6
Speech Language Pathologist5051,2368391%7.1
Physical Therapy Assistant3037586470%7.1
Nurse Practitioner3037316976%7
Respiratory Therapy Technician6065377582%5.9
Administrator2025176875%7.6
Dental Services Staff1014895965%8.3
Qualified Social Worker2022816268%4.5
Other Dietary Services Staff1012683437%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide2021492629%5.7
Occupational Therapy Aide011872629%3.3
Medical Director011651314%5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113189%3.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist10131910%3.4

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
30 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
18 residents (60%)
Medicaid
6 residents (20%)
Private pay or other
6 residents (20%)
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. 7.6
33% 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. 30.1
29% worse 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 26.7%
28% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 33.5%
25% 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 0.0%
100% 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 0.0%
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.6%
34% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.2%
27% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 25.8%
30% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 19.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
7% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 93.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.6%
22% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 80.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.7%
70% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 2.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.7%
25% better than 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.

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