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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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 20th out of 129 homes in Nebraska.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
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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.
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1h 15m per day | ▲ 74% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
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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.
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23m per day | ▼ 47% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
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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.
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3h 22m per day | ▲ 22% State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
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.
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4h 1m per day | ▲ 11% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
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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.
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11m per day | ▲ 267% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
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RN (Weekend)
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.
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55m per day | ▲ 90% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
35% of new residents, often for short stays.
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #26 / 132Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 132 homes in Nebraska.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Nebraska average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Lower than the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Brookestone Gardens is administrated by Andrew Wismer, Administrator.
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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.
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Nebraska average: 52 deficiencies
0.6 deficiencies per inspection
Nebraska average: 4.0 deficiencies per inspection
The most recent inspection on March 24, 2025, found no deficiencies at Brookestone Gardens Assisted-Living Facility. Earlier inspections generally showed compliance with regulatory requirements, with one exception in August 2019 when life safety code deficiencies were cited related to fire door latching, hazardous area enclosures, fire alarm and sprinkler system maintenance, and electrical receptacle testing. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were not noted in the records, indicating no substantiated complaints during the reviewed period. The facility appears to have addressed prior issues, as more recent inspections have been free of deficiencies.
Nebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Nebraska average 18.2
Nebraska average 4.19
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 10 citations resulted from standard inspections.
100% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 0.2
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100% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 0.5
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 31, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Oct 31, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Oct 31, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 15, 2022
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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| Broadwell Senior Living Kearney |
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. |
Kearney | 90 | Yes | 4 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | Twila Knaggs | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kinship Pointe Kearney Northridge |
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.
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. |
Kearney | 55 | Yes | 12 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | Janet Graham | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brookestone Gardens |
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. |
Kearney | 54 | No | - | - | - | 5.6% | - | Andrew Wismer, Administrator | 8 | 1 | 5 |
| Brookdale Kearney Northridge |
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. |
Kearney | - | No | 86 | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kearney Manor |
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. |
Kearney | - | Yes | 59 | - | 28 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 |
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from KEARNEY's city center to Brookestone Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
12% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average ratio: 2.15:1
5% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 7.8 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
1,743 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 30 | 0 | 30 | 7,756 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 22 | 0 | 22 | 7,530 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,904 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,354 | 90 | 99% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,027 | 70 | 77% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,006 | 80 | 88% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 792 | 68 | 75% | 4.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 445 | 61 | 67% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 317 | 64 | 70% | 4.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 241 | 41 | 45% | 5.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 200 | 44 | 48% | 4.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 7 | 7 | 194 | 55 | 60% | 3.4 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
53
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.9
In line with Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 11.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.3
In line with Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 23.3
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.3%
12% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 20.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.2%
23% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 22.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.4%
10% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 26.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
31% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 4.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.5%
51% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.7%
22% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.2%
23% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.1%
75% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.3%
48% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 19.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
7% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 93.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 96.1%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.42
21% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 1.80
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.78
60% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 1.95
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
23% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 80.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 2.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
32% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 75.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
3.0%
86% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 20.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.1%
22% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 11.6%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
2.5%
225% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
35.3%
34% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
47.3%
6% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Historical financial and operational data for Brookestone Gardens based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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