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CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is a 56-bed nonprofit skilled nursing facility in Kearney, Nebraska, offering long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, and respite care. The facility operates under the Good Samaritan Society. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
CMS rates the facility at 1 star overall, with Health Inspection and Quality Measures scores each running well below Nebraska averages. Staffing is the comparatively stronger sub-category, though nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 34 minutes per resident per day, about 18% below the Nebraska average of 4 hours and 20 minutes.
The inspection record spans 9 surveys from 2011 through 2022, with 89 total deficiencies — 136% above the Nebraska average. The facility received a 90-day probation in 2012 for failing to prevent accidents that caused injuries.
Substantiated complaint findings through 2018 involved fall prevention, medication errors, and delayed incident reporting. The trajectory has since improved: the most recent standard survey with deficiencies was April 2018, and the March 2022 renewal inspection reported none. No fines or license suspensions appear in the available reports.
The facility also offers a caregiver support program. At 82% occupancy — above the Nebraska average of 70% — current availability is limited.
Good Samaritan Society – St John’s suits residents and families seeking skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation in Kearney who are aware of the facility’s historical compliance record and are oriented toward its recent period of improved inspection performance.
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 95th out of 117 homes in Nebraska for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
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.
| 36m per day | ▼ 17% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
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.
| 31m per day | ▼ 29% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
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.
| 2h 7m per day | ▼ 23% State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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.
| 2h 43m per day | ▼ 25% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
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.
| 1m per day | ▼ 74% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
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.
| 21m per day | ▼ 29% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Higher than the Nebraska average: 70.3%Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is administrated by Administrator Jennifer Stauss.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nebraska state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 89 | 52 | This facility has 71% more total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska nursing home (89 vs. NE avg 52).↑ 71% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2011.
| 5.9 | 3.5 | This facility has 69% more deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska nursing home (5.9 vs. NE avg 3.5).↑ 69% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Nebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
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.
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).
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.2
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.5
Corrected
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
19% fewer staff per resident than Nebraska average
0% compared with Nebraska average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
All 4 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
4
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.7 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
All 7 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
7
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
All 26 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
26
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
38 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 26 | 0 | 26 | 5,902 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 21 | 0 | 21 | 3,022 | 92 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,229 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,546 | 91 | 99% | 9.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 566 | 65 | 71% | 8.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 537 | 66 | 72% | 7.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 1 | 2 | 537 | 67 | 73% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 500 | 66 | 72% | 7.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 63 | 68% | 7.3 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 358 | 46 | 50% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 246 | 54 | 59% | 4.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 195 | 53 | 58% | 3.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 194 | 54 | 59% | 3.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 164 | 43 | 47% | 3.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 93 | 14 | 15% | 6.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 58 | 38 | 41% | 1.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 1 | 1% | 23.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1% | 6 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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.
16.0
42% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.3
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
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
26.3%
27% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.8%
48% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 22.1%
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%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.6%
47% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
57% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.8%
56% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.6%
40% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
58% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.9%
10% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 19.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
7% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 93.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.8%
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 96.1%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.37
24% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.80
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.44
77% better than Nebraska averageNebraska 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
94.0%
17% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 80.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.7%
30% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 2.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
83.3%
10% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 75.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
16.8%
20% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
17.8%
53% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.6%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.8%
127% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
67.7%
26% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
35.1%
31% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
42% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
44% of new residents, often for short stays.
14% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
49Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, 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.
Historical financial and operational data for Good Samaritan Society – St John’s based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #55 / 120Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 120 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kearney's city center to Good Samaritan Society – St John’s's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is located in KEARNEY, Nebraska.
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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.
N Nursing | Kearney (West 18Th Street) | 75
Facility
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18.2
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73
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$3.5M
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#39 / 120 | 66.4%
Facility
66.4%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#37 / 120 | 285216 | ||||
| Chrisoma West |
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.
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. | Holdrege | 60
Facility
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NE AVG
82
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100.0%
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NE AVG
70.3%
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#1 / 194 | +42% | 3.98
Facility
3.98
NE AVG
4.45
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#68 / 117 | -15% | -11% | $0
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$38.1k
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#1 / 122 | 19
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19
NE AVG
18.2
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#70 / 122 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
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4.2
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#32 / 122 | - | 74 |
2
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NE AVG
46
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#287 / 298 | Midwest District Of The Evangelical Free Church Of America | $10.4M
Facility
$10.4M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#28 / 120 | $4.9M
Facility
$4.9M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#38 / 120 | 47.2%
Facility
47.2%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#97 / 120 | 285246 | ||||
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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.
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. | Kearney | 58
Facility
58
NE AVG
82
Rank
#143 / 228 |
89.7%
Facility
89.7%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#39 / 194 | +28% | 6.05
Facility
6.05
NE AVG
4.45
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#4 / 117 | -46% | +36% | $0
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Rank
#102 / 122 | 14
Facility
14
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#47 / 122 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#82 / 122 | - | 45 |
87
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NE AVG
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#4 / 298 | Sieg Brauer | $5.2M
Facility
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NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#77 / 120 | $3.7M
Facility
$3.7M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#58 / 120 | 72.1%
Facility
72.1%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#16 / 120 | 285254 | ||||
| Good Samaritan Society – St John’s |
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 | 56
Facility
56
NE AVG
82
Rank
#148 / 228 |
82.1%
Facility
82.1%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#75 / 194 | +17% | 3.56
Facility
3.56
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#95 / 117 | -48% | -20% | $0
Facility
$0
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#1 / 122 | 31
Facility
31
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#103 / 122 | 6.2
Facility
6.2
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#105 / 122 | - | 46 |
89
Facility
89
NE AVG
46
Rank
#1 / 298 | Abby Richardson | $8.3M
Facility
$8.3M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#42 / 120 | $3.9M
Facility
$3.9M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#55 / 120 | 47.4%
Facility
47.4%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#96 / 120 | 285189 | ||||
| Bethany Home |
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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. | Minden | 64
Facility
64
NE AVG
82
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#123 / 228 |
79.7%
Facility
79.7%
NE AVG
70.3%
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#90 / 194 | +13% | 4.75
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4.45
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$38.1k
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#1 / 122 | 19
Facility
19
NE AVG
18.2
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#70 / 122 | 6.3
Facility
6.3
NE AVG
4.2
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#107 / 122 | - | 59 |
47
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NE AVG
46
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#155 / 298 | Bethany Home Inc | $8.4M
Facility
$8.4M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#41 / 120 | $5.0M
Facility
$5.0M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#34 / 120 | 59.9%
Facility
59.9%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#54 / 120 | 285270 |
The legal owner and operator of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is Good Samaritan Society - St John's.
Good Samaritan Society – St John’s has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Good Samaritan Society – St John’s's occupancy is 82%.
Administrator Jennifer Stauss is the administrator of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s.
Good Samaritan Society – St John’s has 56 beds.
Yes — there is 1 photo of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s in the photo gallery on this page.
Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is located at 3410 Central Avenue.
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