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Heritage of Emerson
Nursing Home, Adult Day Care, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Emerson, NE
CMS overall rating Info 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.
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Heritage of Emerson

Nursing Home, Adult Day Care, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Emerson, NE
CMS overall rating Info 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.
607 Nebraska Street, Emerson, NE 68733 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Heritage of Emerson accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
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Overview of Heritage of Emerson

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Heritage of Emerson is a 38-bed nursing home on Nebraska Street in Emerson, a small town in the northeast corner of the state. This is rural Nebraska. The Walk Score sits at 18, which is a plain way of saying you will drive to get here and drive to do most things nearby. Right now 31 of the 38 beds are filled, so the building runs at 82% occupancy.

Residents coming off surgery, an illness, or a hospital stay can get short-term rehab and sub-acute care on-site, along with outpatient therapies and restorative programs aimed at rebuilding strength. For families who need coverage for a short stretch, respite care is an option. There is also an Alzheimer’s and dementia program for residents dealing with memory loss, and skilled nursing for those who need care over the long haul.

Total nursing care comes to about 4 hours and 10 minutes per resident each day. Roughly an hour of that is registered nurse time. Close to two hours comes from nurse aides, with licensed practical nurse hours on top.

The community takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so the usual ways families fund a skilled nursing or rehab stay are all on the table. Over the years, state inspections have looked at the ordinary things regulators check in a nursing home: fire-safety systems, emergency preparedness, food service, and fall prevention.

For a family that wants skilled nursing and rehab close to home in a quiet, rural setting, Heritage of Emerson brings short-term recovery and long-term nursing care together under one roof.

Facility Direct Line (402) 695-2683
Facility Direct Line (402) 695-2683 heritageofemerson@vhsmail.com
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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.
▲ 71.2% Above NE avg. ▲ 71.2% Above NE avg.NE average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 40.5% Above NE avg. ▲ 40.5% Above NE avg.NE average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 20.6% Above NE avg. ▲ 20.6% Above NE avg.NE average: 3.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 74.2% Above NE avg. ▲ 74.2% Above NE avg.NE average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info 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.

Hours per resident per day vs Nebraska averages

Rank #63 / 120Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 63rd out of 120 homes in Nebraska for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Nebraska average, with a ranking across 120 Nebraska facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 63rd out of 120 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.

4h 10m

6% below state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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.
1h 1m
+43% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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.
11m
−75% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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.
1h 52m
−32% State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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 35m
−28% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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
−63% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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.
37m
+26% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 28m per day

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Registered Nurse (RN) is +43% above Nebraska average

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
260 days
Bed community size
38-bed community Rank #198 / 226Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th out of 226 homes in Nebraska for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Nebraska facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 100 Rank #250 / 287Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 250th out of 287 homes in Nebraska for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Nebraska facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
82%
Rank #66 / 182Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 182 homes in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 182. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupied beds
31 / 38
Average occupied beds in Nebraska homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyDakota
Certification TypeCertification

Ownership & Operating Entity

Heritage of Emerson is administered by Administrator Shawn Slosarski.

Owner NameVsl Emerson, LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Contact Information

Fax(402) 695-2188

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsAlzheimer’s & Dementia, Short-Term Rehab / Sub-Acute Care, Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care, Specialized Options, Outpatient Therapies, Restorative Programs, Care Program

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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.

Since 2011 · 15 years of data 41 deficiencies 15 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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.

Since 2011 vs. Nebraska state average
Overall vs. NE average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (21% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNE Averagevs. NE Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 4152 This facility has 21% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska nursing home (41 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 21% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.74 This facility has 33% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska nursing home (2.7 vs. NE avg 4).↓ 33% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNE Averagevs. NE Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1513 This facility has had 15% more total inspections than the Nebraska average (15 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 15% more
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Penalties and fines

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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

26% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

51% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Medicaid

23% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.

For-profit
Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$3.1M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$78.1K
For-profit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$3.1M Rank #105 / 114Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 114 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Nebraska average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$78.1K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$4.9K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #99 / 114Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th out of 114 homes in Nebraska. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Nebraska average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
$2.2M 71% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #26 / 114Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 114 homes in Nebraska. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Nebraska average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$963.7K
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$3.1M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Administrator Shawn Slosarski.

This home is owned by Shellee Huggenberger

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 285222

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (51% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 7 - 8 months.

Admissions
47 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 26%
Private pay 51%
Medicaid 23%
Discharges
45 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 7%
Private pay 49%
Medicaid 44%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Heritage of Emerson

Who is the owner of Heritage of Emerson?

Heritage of Emerson is legally operated by Vsl Emerson, LLC, and administered by Administrator Shawn Slosarski.

Is Heritage of Emerson in a walkable area?

Heritage of Emerson has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Heritage of Emerson?

Heritage of Emerson's occupancy is 82%.

Are pets allowed at Heritage of Emerson?

No, Heritage of Emerson has a no-pet policy.

Does Heritage of Emerson operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Heritage of Emerson is registered as a for-profit in NE.

Who is the administrator of Heritage of Emerson?

Administrator Shawn Slosarski is the administrator of Heritage of Emerson.

How many beds does Heritage of Emerson have?

Heritage of Emerson has 38 beds.

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