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Assisted Living in Columbus

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

Assisted Living in Columbus

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

Overview of Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is committed to promoting health, healing, and wellness at every level for residents. It offers long and short term care services, orthopedic rehab, cardiac recovery, and skilled nursing. The facility provides individualized care plans and has a dedicated staff to support residents' recovery.
(402) 564-8014

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
1/5
Nebraska average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
2/5
Nebraska average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info 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.
1/5
Nebraska average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
2/5
Nebraska average: 2.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 47m per day

This home provides 13% less nursing time per resident than the Nebraska average.

Nebraska average: 4h 20m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 38

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Nebraska average
Occupancy rate 41.7%
Residents per day (avg) 74
Occupancy rate
41.7%
Residents per day (avg)
74

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

50% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

15% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Medicaid

35% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11.3M
Profit
$806.1K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11.3M
Profit
$806.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.4M
38.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.1M
Total costs $10.5M
Bed community size
38-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyPLATTE

Additional Licensing Details

License NumberALF445
CMS Certification Number285092

Ownership & Operating Entity

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is administrated by Chelsey Roan, Administrator.

Owner NamePO BOX 625, 2855 40TH AVENUE

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

5 services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

4 services
Orthopedic Rehab
Cardiac Recovery
Wound Healing
Skilled Nursing

Contact Information

Fax(402) 564-0885

Amenities & Lifestyle

4 amenities
Spacious Private Rooms
Gourmet Dining
Beautiful Patio Areas
Continuous Specialized Medical Attention 24/7
Specific ProgramsAbout Us, Services, Employment, Contact Us

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionGourmet dining with personalized menus.

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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.

5 visits/inspections

Results

0 with issues

5 without issues

Latest inspection

Date December 1, 2023

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Nebraska average 4.3


Last Health inspection on Aug 2024

Total health citations 20

Nebraska average 18.2

Citations per inspection
3.33

Nebraska average 4.19


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

9 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; 5 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations; and 6 of 20 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

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

20 moderate citations More info Nebraska average: 17.2

0 minor citations More info Nebraska average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Aug 14, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Aug 14, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jul 18, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jul 18, 2024
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around Columbus The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.

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Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus
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.

Columbus
183
No
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41.7%
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Chelsey Roan, Administrator
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5
0
0
0
Emerald Columbus
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.

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).

Columbus
183
No
57
Medicaid and Medicare (145)
42
56.6%
A+
Chelsey Roan
Columbus Operations, Llc
21
12
10
121
Prairie Village Retirement Center
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.

Columbus
60
Yes
43
Private Rooms
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-
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Dawn Pavel
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7
1
0
0
Cottonwood Senior Living
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.

Columbus
47
No
39
Studio / 1 Bed
31
76.6%
-
Angela Lurth
Columbus Al, Llc
8
6
2
4
Columbus Senior Center
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.

Columbus
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Yes
81
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0
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0
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 260
Employees 163
Contractors 97
Staff to resident ratio 3.06:1
42% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average ratio: 2.15:1

Avg staff/day 55
Average shift 7.6 hours
0% compared with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 7.8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 37,927
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 34
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 126
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

8.8%

3,342 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 54 Licensed Practical Nurse: 25 Medication Aide/Technician: 12 Registered Nurse: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant725412614,01591100%7.3
Medication Aide/Technician2812406,40591100%8.7
Physical Therapist230235,78791100%6.6
Licensed Practical Nurse925343,8759099%9
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,1637987%6.8
Mental Health Service Worker2021,0277279%7.7
Physical Therapy Assistant3039746875%7.9
RN Director of Nursing2028816470%8
Speech Language Pathologist5056268088%7.4
Registered Nurse65115905662%7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist2025487178%6.8
Administrator1015206571%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician2025057077%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide2025016470%7.8
Nurse Practitioner2024405560%8
Qualified Social Worker011703235%2.2
126 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
40 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
23 Physical Therapist
% of Days 100%
34 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 99%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 87%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 79%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 75%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 70%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 88%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 62%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 78%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 77%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 70%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 60%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 35%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
85 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
23 residents (27.1%)
Medicaid
42 residents (49.4%)
Private pay or other
20 residents (23.5%)
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. 7.4
35% 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. 16.9
27% better 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 7.5%
64% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.8%
38% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 22.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 29.6%
10% 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 3.2%
29% 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 5.3%
22% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5.5%
80% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.2%
32% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 25.4%
28% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 19.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.8%
7% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 93.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.9%
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 96.1%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 67.5%
16% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 80.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 4.2%
78% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 2.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 77.6%
In line with 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.