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Our editorial team analyzed 139 nursing homes in NE using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NE
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.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
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 TableAL (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.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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: 61.5% 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.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other NE nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 139 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Crowell Memorial Home is a non-profit nursing home in Blair, NE, offering long-term care and rehabilitation. Here, older adults are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety, especially with a nurturing and welcoming environment. With round-the-clock care, nutritious meals, and therapies, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, the community provides individualized care plans tailored to their unique needs and habits.
Stretching exercises, fun events, and various games provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and make friends. With accessible amenities and thoughtfully furnished rooms, residents can rest and focus on their wellness. Set in the quiet residential area of Blair, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is an ideal choice for senior living in Nebraska, especially with its commitment to older adults’ well-being.
The Pines at Blue Hill offers nursing home and assisted living care in Blue Hill, NE. Nursing home care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Together, these care levels can suit a resident whose needs may change over time.
The community has 62 beds and offers rehabilitation services, so residents can receive therapy as part of the facility’s care offerings. Dixie Jackson is the administrator. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with Medicaid relevant when savings may not cover a long stay, Medicare applying to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay meaning the family pays directly.
Total nurse staffing is 4h 14m per resident per day. That figure represents the amount of nursing time allocated to each resident across a day. A Walk Score of 41 places the area in the car dependent band, so most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.
Prestige Care Center of Nebraska City is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Nebraska City, Nebraska, with memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom relief, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The range of care may suit a resident whose needs change over time, as well as a family needing short term support. The facility has 64 beds, with private and semi private rooms for residents who want a single living space or a shared room. Rehabilitation and therapy services support residents during short term rehabilitation stays. In room dining lets a resident eat privately instead of using the dining room.
A Walk Score of 83 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Stephanie Roridon serves as administrator, and Nebraska City Operations operates the community.
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Lincoln, NE, along with memory care, hospice care, and palliative care. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, while long term nursing care supports residents who need ongoing assistance. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Hospice and palliative care address end of life needs, comfort, and symptom relief related to serious illness.
Rehabilitation services include short term, post surgical, and orthopedic rehabilitation, giving a resident a setting for recovery after an operation or orthopedic treatment. Clinical programs also include cardiac care, IV medication, pain management, diabetes care, nutritional management, lymphedema services, physician services, and licensed mental health services. The combination of short term rehabilitation and long term nursing care may suit someone recovering from surgery or orthopedic treatment who needs either temporary or ongoing nursing support.
The home has 293 beds. That means more residents, staff, and usually more programming are part of the setting. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 31 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing staffing time allocated per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families listed public and private ways to pay for care.
Administrator Michael Aubrey leads the community. A Walk Score of 76 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach shops or a pharmacy independently.
Overview of Monument Rehabilitation and Care Center
Monument Rehabilitation and Care Center provides skilled nursing, nursing home care, hospice care, rehabilitation, and dementia care in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Licensed nurses are on site around the clock, while rehabilitation supports recovery and mobility within the community. Hospice focuses on comfort, and the dedicated dementia program supports residents living with dementia.
The community has 160 beds, creating a larger setting with more residents, staff, and programming. Its programs include Rehab at Monument Rehabilitation, Subacute Skilled Nursing Care, Dementia Care, and Life at Monument Rehabilitation, covering rehabilitation, subacute care, long term nursing care, and dementia support. Monument Rehabilitation and Care Center may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing alongside rehabilitation or dementia care in the same setting.
Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 11 minutes per resident per day. That represents the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care based on eligibility and financial circumstances. Assistant Administrator Yadira Gurrola serves in the community’s administration, and Scottsbluff Operations operates Monument Rehabilitation and Care Center.
Imperial Manor Nursing Home is a nursing home in Imperial, Nebraska. Residents receive nursing care as part of daily life, without arranging a separate daily service. The home has 58 beds, a smaller size that may suit someone who prefers a smaller community. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for care; total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 58 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse time allocated per resident. Administrator Shane Filipi oversees the home, which is operated by City of Imperial.
Situated in Hemingford, NE, Hemingford Care Center is a distinguished nursing home that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community strives to promote a nurturing environment with its accessible accommodations, striving to accommodate up to 39 residents. Here, residents receive top-notch care for their unique needs to ensure their comfort and healing.
Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With delicious and healthy meals, residents experience a hassle-free dining that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease residents’ financial burdens. This nursing home is ideal for older adults with complex healthcare needs, especially with its dedicated services and purposely built amenities.
Arbor Care Centers, Ord is a nursing home in Ord, Nebraska, offering hospice care, palliative care, nursing care, and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice and palliative care support comfort-focused care for people with serious or advanced illness. Nursing home care provides an ongoing setting for residents who need nursing support, and the range of services may suit someone whose needs include both clinical care and comfort-focused support.
The community has 60 beds, with private and semi-private rooms. A private room provides a single-person living space, while a semi-private room accommodates two residents. Rehabilitation services include post acute rehabilitation and outpatient therapy, giving residents access to therapy as part of their care plan.
Medication management, individual treatment plans, medical examinations, and fall prevention are among the listed programs. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident across the home.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care depending on eligibility and coverage. Kristy Sigler serves as the administrator. An on-site salon gives residents access to salon services within the community, while meals and dining services are available as well. Transportation services are also offered for residents who need help with transportation related to their care or activities.
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, memory care and respite care in Lincoln, NE. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports end-of-life needs, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief.
Memory care includes a secure memory unit with supervision for residents at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of care types can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, while respite care can fit a family caregiver who needs temporary support.
The home has 173 beds, placing residents in a setting with more than 150 places, along with more residents, staff and usually programming. Total nurse staffing is 3h 9m per resident per day, representing that amount of daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services include post-surgical and orthopedic rehabilitation, giving residents structured recovery support after surgery or orthopedic treatment.
Personalized menus allow meals to be tailored to individual resident preferences, and patio areas provide outdoor space on the community grounds. Telehealth services let residents participate in remote healthcare visits without leaving the community. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, and Paige Pearson serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 54 describes a somewhat walkable area where some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can reach some nearby destinations independently.
Crest View Care Center is a nursing home in Chadron, NE, offering respite care and short-term rehab. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing care and supervision, while short-term rehab provides a temporary stay focused on recovery. Respite care gives families a short-term care option when a primary caregiver needs time away to travel or recover. The community may suit residents needing either longer-term support or a temporary stay.
There are 70 beds, along with private room options, so a resident can have an individual room rather than share a space. Rehabilitation services support residents during short-term rehab stays. Transportation coordination helps arrange travel support when a resident needs to leave the community.
Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families several payment methods based on the resident’s coverage and financial resources. Total nurse staffing is 4h 38m per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. Helen Wichman serves as administrator, and Crest View Care Center is operated by Kismet Cdr.
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Nursing Homes in Nebraska at a glance
Avg Overall CMS Rating:2.8/ 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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