Page 4 of Best Nursing Homes in Nebraska

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 143 nursing homes in NE using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NE
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Nebraska. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.3/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Nebraska. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Nebraska. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the NE Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Nebraska average is: 61.4% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Cloverlodge Care Center
NH
SNF
St Edward
47
Facility 47
NE AVG 79
Rank #96 / 130
68.1%
Facility 68.1%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #73 / 119
-8%
3.43
Facility 3.43
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #104 / 121
-64%-23%
$0
Facility $0
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #1 / 126
9
Facility 9
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #25 / 124
3.0
Facility 3.0
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #26 / 124
-32-
19
Facility 19
NE AVG 48
Rank #121 / 138
Vsl St Edward, LLC
$3.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #96 / 115
$2.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #103 / 115
58%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 58%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #76 / 115
285201
Ambassador Health of Lincoln
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Lincoln
122
Facility 122
NE AVG 79
Rank #22 / 130
57.4%
Facility 57.4%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #95 / 119
-22%
4.01
Facility 4.01
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #72 / 121
-2%-10%
$0
Facility $0
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #1 / 126
16
Facility 16
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #46 / 124
3.2
Facility 3.2
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #72 / 124
-70-
18
Facility 18
NE AVG 48
Rank #123 / 138
Ambassador Health Of Lincoln
$13.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $13.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #11 / 115
$8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #8 / 115
59.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 59.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #68 / 115
285066
Gateway Vista
NH
AL
IL
PC
RC
SNF
Lincoln (Culler)
80
Facility 80
NE AVG 79
Rank #44 / 130
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #22 / 119
+22%
4.33
Facility 4.33
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #53 / 121
-20%-3%
$8.7k
Facility $8.7k
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #97 / 126
9
Facility 9
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #31 / 124
2.3
Facility 2.3
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #36 / 124
172-
71
Facility 71
NE AVG 48
Rank #22 / 138
Gateway Properties, Inc
$14.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #10 / 115
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #15 / 115
47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #103 / 115
285266
Nye Pointe
NH
HC
SNF
Fremont
43
Facility 43
NE AVG 79
Rank #109 / 130
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #1 / 119
+35%
3.44
Facility 3.44
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #104 / 121
+25%-23%
$0
Facility $0
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #1 / 126
7
Facility 7
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #19 / 124
3.5
Facility 3.5
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #22 / 124
-43A+
36
Facility 36
NE AVG 48
Rank #96 / 138
Russell Peterson
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #70 / 115
$2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #101 / 115
42.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #107 / 115
285235
Midwest Covenant Home
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Stromsburg
51
Facility 51
NE AVG 79
Rank #90 / 130
74.5%
Facility 74.5%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #65 / 119
+1%
4.89
Facility 4.89
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #24 / 121
-26%+10%
$0
Facility $0
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #1 / 126
12
Facility 12
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #41 / 124
4.0
Facility 4.0
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #55 / 124
-38-
31
Facility 31
NE AVG 48
Rank #104 / 138
Midwest Covenant Home, Inc
$5.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #59 / 115
$3.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #49 / 115
67.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 67.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #40 / 115
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Old Mill Rehabilitation
NH
SNF
Omaha (West Omaha)
44
Facility 44
NE AVG 79
Rank #108 / 130
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #34 / 119
+17%
5.16
Facility 5.16
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #14 / 121
-59%+16%
$0
Facility $0
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #1 / 126
18
Facility 18
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #61 / 124
2.6
Facility 2.6
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #13 / 124
-38-
33
Facility 33
NE AVG 48
Rank #100 / 138
Snf Omaha Operating Company, LLC
$7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #36 / 115
$3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #66 / 115
42.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #106 / 115
285289
Hilltop Estates
NH
SNF
M Gothenburg
64
Facility 64
NE AVG 79
Rank #67 / 130
71.9%
Facility 71.9%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #68 / 119
-3%
4.61
Facility 4.61
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #40 / 121
-41%+4%
$0
Facility $0
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #1 / 126
7
Facility 7
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #14 / 124
3.5
Facility 3.5
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #43 / 124
-46-
49
Facility 49
NE AVG 48
Rank #74 / 138
K. C. Health Care Enterprises, Inc
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #74 / 115
$3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #59 / 115
71.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 71.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #24 / 115
285163
Arbor Care Center-Valhaven, LLC
NH
HOS
SNF
Valley (Platte Valley Precinct)
66
Facility 66
NE AVG 79
Rank #63 / 130
65.2%
Facility 65.2%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #82 / 119
-12%
3.84
Facility 3.84
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #84 / 121
-29%-14%
$0
Facility $0
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #1 / 126
18
Facility 18
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #69 / 124
4.5
Facility 4.5
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #80 / 124
143A+
43
Facility 43
NE AVG 48
Rank #84 / 138
Arbor Care Center-Valhaven, LLC
$5.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #71 / 115
$3.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #50 / 115
76.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 76.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #7 / 115
285117
Beaver City Manor
NH
AL
Beaver City
30
Facility 30
NE AVG 79
Rank #128 / 130
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #77 / 119
-10%
5.17
Facility 5.17
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #14 / 121
+56%+16%
$0
Facility $0
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #1 / 126
9
Facility 9
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #25 / 124
3.0
Facility 3.0
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #26 / 124
-20-
35
Facility 35
NE AVG 48
Rank #97 / 138
City Of Beaver City
$2.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #113 / 115
$1.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $1.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #112 / 115
61.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 61.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #57 / 115
285269
The Cypress at Midtown
NH
AL
Omaha (Hanscom Park)
65
Facility 65
NE AVG 79
Rank #65 / 130
81.5%
Facility 81.5%
NE AVG 74%
Rank #53 / 119
+10%
4.93
Facility 4.93
NE AVG 4.45
Rank #24 / 121
+34%+11%
$0
Facility $0
NE AVG $38.1k
Rank #1 / 126
16
Facility 16
NE AVG 18.2
Rank #83 / 124
2.7
Facility 2.7
NE AVG 4.2
Rank #69 / 124
-53-
55
Facility 55
NE AVG 48
Rank #59 / 138
The Cypress At Midtown LLC
$4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $7.6M
Rank #78 / 115
$2.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG $4.5M
Rank #92 / 115
51.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NE AVG 61.4%
Rank #94 / 115
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Overview of Cloverlodge Care Center

Cloverlodge Care Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in St. Edward, Nebraska. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay after illness or injury. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing care or rehabilitation after a hospital stay.

With 47 beds, Cloverlodge is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Private and companion rooms are available, giving residents the choice of having a room alone or sharing living space with someone else. Occupational, physical and speech therapies support recovery involving movement, daily activities and communication. Alzheimer’s and dementia care is also available for residents living with those conditions.

Pastoral services and chapel services provide religious support for residents who want it, while a salon and spa offer personal grooming on site. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid and private pay: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay uses personal or family funds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 26 minutes per resident per day, representing the amount of nursing staff time allocated to each resident daily.

Theresa Naber serves as the administrator, and Vsl St. Edward operates the community.

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Overview of Ambassador Health of Lincoln

Sean Barry owns and operates Ambassador Health of Lincoln, a 122-bed nursing home located on Normal Boulevard in Lincoln, Nebraska. The business office processes multiple payment formats to cover resident care, accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. For visitors, the surrounding neighborhood carries a minimal walkability footprint of 18 out of 100, meaning family members will rely on a vehicle to reach the property or manage errands.

A standard length of stay reaches about 129 days, signaling a varied routine that blends long-term care placements with short-term post-hospital rehabilitation. This mixed caseload utilizes about 70 beds, leaving the property at a 57 percent occupancy level. Around-the-clock staffing logs show an average of 4 hours and 43 minutes of total nursing care per resident daily, drawing on a combined team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides who handle specialized wound care, adult pulmonary needs, pediatric specialty lines, and on-site hemodialysis.

State safety files present a long-term look at the facility’s regulatory oversight history. Health department reports indicate that the management updated its building routines to clear previous inspection notes regarding infection control, medication setups, and life safety guidelines, keeping the current record clear of active enforcement penalties. Looking at the property’s broader regulatory data profile, the center maintains a cumulative citations-per-inspection rate of zero.

Prospective residents receive meals tailored to daily nutritional goals in a shared community dining space. The interior layout balances dedicated physical therapy spaces with quiet indoor common rooms and personal care support.

Contact Ambassador Health of Lincoln

Overview of Gateway Vista

Gateway Vista provides independent living, assisted living, nursing home and skilled nursing, palliative care, and respite care in Lincoln, NE. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom support, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has several care levels, which may make Gateway Vista a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time because moving between levels can happen without leaving the community. Gateway Vista has 80 beds, giving families the community’s available residential capacity when considering placement.

Gateway Vista is in the Culler neighborhood, where a Walk Score of 71 means the area is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families those two payment routes for eligible care and services. Tonya Noack serves as the administrator, and Gateway Properties operates the community. Total nurse staffing is 4h 20m per resident per day, representing the amount of nurse time assigned to each resident across a day.

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Overview of Nye Pointe

Nye Pointe, nestled in Fremont, Nebraska, offers short-stay rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, and skilled nursing care. Committed to a personalized approach and the highest standards of compassionate care, Nye Pointe ensures residents have peace of mind with around-the-clock care provided by a team of highly qualified healthcare professionals. The facility boasts Medicare-certified services and state-of-the-art rehabilitation, featuring comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy. 

It extends its support to those seeking outpatient therapy, aiding in the recovery from work-related injuries, sports injuries, and more. Recognized with numerous awards, the caring team at Nye Pointe strives to create a nurturing environment for residents, providing amenities like whirlpool baths and access to a registered dietitian. The secured building with Wi-Fi and a wealth of daily social and recreational opportunities completes the picture, making Nye Pointe not just a place for skilled nursing care but a home where residents can thrive.

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Overview of Midwest Covenant Home

Midwest Covenant Home provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living in Stromsburg, Nebraska. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing support around the clock. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Having several care levels can suit someone whose needs change over time, and the Christian living environment may suit a person seeking a faith based setting.

The home has 51 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where residents and staff may become familiar with one another. Both short term and long term stays are available. A resident may come for a temporary placement or remain for an ongoing stay. Physical and occupational therapy are available as rehabilitation services, giving residents access to therapy as part of their care.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes to consider for eligible care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 53 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded daily nursing time allocated per resident. Administrator Sheila Bjerrum oversees the community. A Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride.

Contact Midwest Covenant Home

Overview of Old Mill Rehabilitation

Operated by Promontory Healthcare LLC, Old Mill Rehabilitation is a small skilled nursing facility in Omaha, Nebraska. It specializes in short-term rehabilitation and recovery care. Located on Papillion Parkway, the home accepts both Medicare and private pay and is in a somewhat walkable neighborhood where some errands can be managed on foot.

The 44-bed community has an occupancy rate of 86%. Most residents stay an average of 26 days, including post-acute patients who are moving through a structured recovery period rather than entering longer-term placement.

Clinically, the home provides solid hands-on care with total nurse staffing averaging 4 hours and 48 minutes per resident each day. This includes 43 minutes of registered nurse time, 2 hours and 51 minutes of nurse aide support, and 1 hour and 24 minutes of LPN/LVN staff time. This staffing mix is designed to support rehabilitation work.

The facility has 24-hour staffing, so residents are supported around the clock. Beyond nursing care, the home offers nutrition counseling. It can also arrange transportation to medical appointments, making it easier for families to manage residents during their stay.

The physical environment focused on comfort and access. All rooms have a private in-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, a flat-screen TV with DirecTV, a power recliner, and complimentary guest WiFi. Amenities include a self-serve coffee bar, a full-service beauty salon for residents, a Wii gaming console, computers, a 60-inch media center, and 24-hour room service. These features help residents staying for the short term feel more comfortable. The community is relatively small, with 44 beds, which may appeal to residents seeking more personalized attention during a focused rehabilitation period.

State inspections reviewed care procedures and safety systems as areas of ongoing attention. The home’s staffing levels and round-the-clock coverage support residents through the physical and medical demands during recovery.

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Overview of Hilltop Estates

Hilltop Estates is a nursing home in Gothenburg, Nebraska, offering skilled nursing care. Licensed nurses are on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing medical support, and the community has 64 beds.

Rehabilitation services include orthotic and prosthetic training, balance training, and speech therapy. Residents can work on using devices, improving stability and mobility, and maintaining or rebuilding communication as part of their care. Hilltop Estates may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing alongside rehabilitation after an illness, injury, or change in physical or communication abilities.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care based on their payment circumstances. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 37 minutes per resident per day, representing the amount of daily nursing time allocated per resident.

Scott Bahe serves as the administrator, and K. C. Health Care Enterprises operates the community.

Contact Hilltop Estates

Overview of Arbor Care Center-Valhaven

Arbor Care Center-Valhaven is a nursing home in Valley, NE, offering hospice care and skilled nursing. Nursing home care provides a residential setting for ongoing care and support, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. The center may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing support and may also need hospice care in the same setting.

The center has 66 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 51 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded amount of nurse staffing time provided for each resident across a day. The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid can provide a payment route when savings may not cover a long stay, Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay allows the family to pay directly.

Inpatient and outpatient therapy and rehabilitation services are available, giving residents access to therapy through the center’s stated rehabilitation offerings. Administrator Todd Muckey oversees the center.

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Overview of Beaver City Manor

Beaver City Manor is a trusted nursing home in Beaver City, NE, that offers long-term care. Promoting a home-like environment, the community strives to provide a place where residents feel at ease during their stay. Assistance with daily living activities, therapy services, and housekeeping services are also offered, so residents have a hassle-free living.

Aside from their healthcare needs, residents’ recreation is also taken into consideration, so fun recreational activities and social events are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its comprehensive care options and extensive amenities, residents will surely thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of The Cypress at Midtown

The Cypress at Midtown offers nursing home and assisted living care in Omaha, NE. In the Hanscom Park neighborhood, nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support, while assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they maintain their own living space. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs either daily living assistance or nursing support within one facility.

The Cypress at Midtown has 65 beds. Rehabilitation services are available, giving residents access to recovery-focused support through the facility. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 56 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated across residents.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care, including public programs for eligible residents and direct payment. Administrator Sydney Prai leads the community. A Walk Score of 55 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for a resident who wants to get out independently without driving every time.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
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Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
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Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Nebraska

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Nebraska?

Assisted living in Nebraska is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Nebraska Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Nebraska Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 143 nursing homes in Nebraska. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Nebraska?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Nebraska, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Nebraska?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.