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CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Good Samaritan Society – St John’s
Nursing Home in Kearney
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Good Samaritan Society – St John’s
Good Samaritan Society - St. John's is committed to providing an unprecedented level of quality service and compassionate care. It offers a range of services including rehabilitation therapy, long-term care, and caregiver support. The facility proudly serves Buffalo County and the surrounding areas.
Quality ratings
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
56
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
82.1%
Residents per day (avg)
46
Occupancy rate
82.1%
Residents per day (avg)
46
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
42% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
27 days
Private pay
44% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
14% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
9 months
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$8.3M
Surplus of revenue
$102.2K
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$8.3M
Surplus of revenue
$102.2K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.1M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.2M
56-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Nebraska averageOccupied beds
46 / 56
Average residents
54 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyBUFFALO
CMS Certification Number285189
Certification TypeCertification
Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is administrated by Jennifer Stauss, Administrator.
Owner NameGood Samaritan Society - St John's
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactCherlyn Hunt
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Fax(308) 236-7157
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation Therapy, Caregiver Support, Long-Term Care
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.
19 visits/inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
March 12, 2022
Renewal89 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Nebraska average: 52 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Good Samaritan Society – St John’s
The most recent inspection on March 12, 2022, reported no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a mixed record with several citations related to resident care issues such as fall prevention, medication administration, skin breakdown, and resident dignity, as well as environmental and safety concerns. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, though some substantiated findings involved fall prevention, medication errors, and timely reporting. Enforcement actions included a 90-day probation in 2012 due to failure to prevent accidents causing injuries, but no fines or license suspensions are listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates improvement over time, with the most recent survey showing compliance after prior periods of deficiencies.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
5
Nebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Total health citations
31
Nebraska average 18.2
Citations per inspection
6.2
Nebraska average 4.19
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
25 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 31 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.5
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
31 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 02, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 02, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 02, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 02, 2025
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Jan 06, 2025
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Jan 06, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jan 06, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jan 06, 2025
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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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
70
Employees
65
Contractors
5
Staff to resident ratio
1.43:1
34% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average ratio: 2.15:1
Avg staff/day
25
Average shift
7.4 hours
5% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
16,789
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
4
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
7
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
23
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
2.8%
471 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 2
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 23 | 0 | 23 | 7,076 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 15 | 0 | 15 | 2,680 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 2 | 7 | 1,864 | 90 | 99% | 10 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,429 | 84 | 92% | 10.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 575 | 71 | 78% | 7.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 1 | 2 | 538 | 67 | 74% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 516 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 416 | 53 | 58% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 309 | 59 | 65% | 5.2 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 297 | 41 | 45% | 7.2 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 249 | 38 | 42% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 246 | 58 | 64% | 4.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 224 | 67 | 74% | 3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 209 | 57 | 63% | 3.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 102 | 13 | 14% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 39 | 9 | 10% | 4.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 2% | 6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 4 | 4% | 2.2 |
23 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
15 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
7 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
99%
4 Registered Nurse
% of Days
92%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
78%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
74%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
2 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
58%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
65%
2 Dietitian
% of Days
45%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
42%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
64%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
74%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
63%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
14%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
10%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
2%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
4%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
49 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
4 residents (8.2%)
Medicaid
11 residents (22.4%)
Private pay or other
34 residents (69.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
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.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
16.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
16.0
42% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
32.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
32.1
38% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 23.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
26.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
26.3%
27% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.8%
48% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 22.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
37.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
37.3%
38% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 26.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.6%
47% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
57% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.8%
56% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 3.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.6%
40% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
58% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.9%
10% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 19.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
7% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 93.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.8%
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 96.1%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.0%
17% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 80.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.7%
30% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 2.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
83.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
83.3%
10% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 75.9%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Good Samaritan Society – St John’s based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
83.2%
↓ 2.4pp vs 2022
Net Income
$102.2K
↓ ~$434.6K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3.9M
↑ ~$516.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
1.3%
↓ 5.3pp vs 2022
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