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CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
2/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Hillcrest Shadow Lake is a nursing home that offers an inviting atmosphere so that residents can be comfortable and feel a sense of belonging in their new home. Awarded the Best Nursing Home by U.S. News and World Report, residents can trust the high-end quality of care in a nurturing environment. The senior care home is composed of a professional care staff who brings not only excellence to the recovery of every seniors
Hillcrest is an excellent community with a proven exemplary resident-centered community where seniors can thrive while living a lovely life. A senior living community that aims to let its residents live a worry-free lifestyle, they ensure they can do many daily activities; services include medication management, bathing, dressing, housekeeping, and specialized programs.
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.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 85th out of 117 homes in Nebraska for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 20m per day | ▼ 53% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 23m per day | ▼ 47% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 44m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 2m per day | ▼ 16% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 1m per day | ▼ 67% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 13m per day | ▼ 55% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Higher than the Nebraska average: 70.3%Hillcrest Shadow Lake is legally operated by Hillcrest Shadow Lake LLC, and administrated by Barry Emerson.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nebraska state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 41 | 52 | This facility has 21% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska nursing home (41 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 21% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2016.
| 4.1 | 5.2 | This facility has 21% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska nursing home (4.1 vs. NE avg 5.2).↓ 21% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.31
27% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.80
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.38
29% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.95
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Companion Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
7.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Papillion's city center to Hillcrest Shadow Lake's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.03 miles to nearest hospital (Liu's Oriental Medical Center)
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Hillcrest Shadow Lake is located in Papillion, Nebraska.
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The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.
| Hillcrest Mable Rose |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Papillion (Bellevue Second Ii Precinct) | 72
Facility
72
NE AVG
82
Rank
#97 / 228 |
83.3%
Facility
83.3%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#67 / 194 | +18% | 4.65
Facility
4.65
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#42 / 117 | -46% | +4% | $0
Facility
$0
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#1 / 122 | 12
Facility
12
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#36 / 122 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#25 / 122 | 1 | 59 | A+ |
21
Facility
21
NE AVG
46
Rank
#245 / 298 | Hillcrest Operating Ventures, LLC | $10.2M
Facility
$10.2M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#29 / 120 | $5.6M
Facility
$5.6M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#26 / 120 | 54.8%
Facility
54.8%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#70 / 120 | 285300 | ||||
| Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages |
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).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Papillion (Papillion Second Ii Precinct) | 186
Facility
186
NE AVG
82
Rank
#6 / 228 |
24.7%
Facility
24.7%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#189 / 194 | -65% | 5.59
Facility
5.59
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#8 / 117 | -35% | +25% | $0
Facility
$0
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#92 / 122 | 22
Facility
22
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#82 / 122 | 4.4
Facility
4.4
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#73 / 122 | - | 46 | A+ |
6
Facility
6
NE AVG
46
Rank
#277 / 298 | Kaleb Hight | $18.1M
Facility
$18.1M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#12 / 120 | $10.6M
Facility
$10.6M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#8 / 120 | 58.6%
Facility
58.6%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#61 / 120 | 285293 |
Hillcrest Shadow Lake has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Hillcrest Shadow Lake's occupancy is 87%.
Barry Emerson is the administrator of Hillcrest Shadow Lake.
Hillcrest Shadow Lake has 114 beds.
Yes — there are 4 photos of Hillcrest Shadow Lake in the photo gallery on this page.
(402) 339-6010 will put you in contact with the team at Hillcrest Shadow Lake.
Hillcrest Shadow Lake is in Sarpy County.
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