Deficiencies per Year
16
12
8
4
0
Severe
High
Moderate
Low
Unclassified
Census Over Time
Census
Capacity
Inspection Report
Renewal
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
Jan 27, 2025
Visit Reason
This document is a Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application for Hilltop Estates to renew its license for 64 beds.
Findings
The application certifies compliance with Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services rules and regulations for license renewal. The facility is licensed for skilled nursing and intermediate care with specified therapy services.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 64
Renewal license fees: 1750
Fire Marshal occupancy certificate date: 2024
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott A. Bahe | Administrator, MHA, NHA | Named as Administrator on the renewal application and ownership statement |
| Emily Stoddard | Director of Nursing, RN, DON | Named as Director of Nursing on the renewal application |
| Craig D. Bartruff | President | Authorized representative and owner named on renewal application and ownership statement |
| Michael Hoeft | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Inspected the facility and approved the occupancy permit |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Jun 11, 2019
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging the facility fails to use appropriate interventions to prevent falls with injury.
Findings
The facility implemented appropriate interventions to prevent falls with injury, properly assessed residents for risk, developed and revised care plans, and staff demonstrated knowledge of care plans. No concerns or deficiencies were identified and the facility was found in compliance with relevant regulations.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged failure to use appropriate interventions to prevent falls with injury. The complaint was not substantiated as the facility was found compliant.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Connie Vogt | Program Manager | Signed the report as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 9, 2018
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at Hilltop Estates regarding allegations including verbal abuse, call light response, food quality and safety, resident dignity, discharge planning, and protection from residents with behaviors.
Findings
The investigation found no violations or concerns related to the allegations. Observations, interviews, and record reviews confirmed compliance with all regulatory requirements in the areas investigated.
Complaint Details
The complaint included seven allegations: failure to protect residents from verbal abuse, failure to answer call lights timely, failure to provide attractive and palatable food, failure to prevent cross contamination of food/fluids, failure to ensure residents are dressed to promote dignity, failure to ensure appropriate discharge planning and coordination of care, and failure to protect residents from residents with behaviors. All allegations were found to be unsubstantiated with no violations.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Dan Taylor | RN, Training Coordinator | Signed the report as Training Coordinator, Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 46
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 8
Oct 2, 2017
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint and annual survey at Hilltop Estates from October 2, 2017 to October 5, 2017 by the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health.
Findings
The complaint investigation found the facility in compliance with allegations regarding supervision, pain evaluation, transfers, respect and dignity, and bowel/bladder care. However, deficiencies were found related to criminal background checks, housekeeping and maintenance, care plan revisions after falls, psychotropic drug regimen documentation, medication administration errors, ice machine sanitation, corridor door latching, and fire drill scheduling.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation addressed allegations of failure to ensure appropriate supervision, evaluate causes for increased pain, provide appropriate transfers, treat residents with respect and dignity, and provide care for bowel/bladder elimination. The facility was found in compliance with these allegations.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 2
SS=D: 3
SS=F: 2
Deficiencies (8)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to ensure APS/CPS registry check was completed correctly and lacked documentation of hiring decision for staff with criminal background findings. | — |
| Failed to maintain sanitary housekeeping and maintenance, including yellow stains around toilets, black marks on dressers and walls, cracked tiles, gouges on dressers, and marks on floors affecting multiple residents. | SS=E |
| Failed to revise Resident 41's care plan and implement new fall interventions after a fall. | SS=D |
| Failed to ensure medical provider documented rationale when declining gradual dose reduction (GDR) requests for psychotropic medications for Residents 45 and 46. | SS=D |
| Failed to maintain medication administration error rate below 5%, with errors in timing of anti-ulcerative medications for Residents 11 and 2. | SS=D |
| Failed to maintain ice machine free of black spotted mold-like debris, risking potential food borne illness affecting 43 residents. | SS=F |
| Failed to ensure corridor door to clean utilities closet latched properly, risking spread of fire and smoke. | SS=E |
| Failed to conduct fire drills under varied conditions for four quarters, with drills conducted too close in time on each shift. | SS=F |
Report Facts
Deficiency count: 8
Medication administration error rate: 8
Facility census: 46
Facility total capacity: 64
Number of residents affected by housekeeping deficiencies: 13
Number of residents affected by ice machine contamination: 43
Number of residents affected by corridor door deficiency: 24
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Bahe | Administrator | Named as facility administrator in multiple documents. |
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit | Signed complaint investigation letter. |
| NA-D | Nurse Aide | Staff member with adverse criminal background findings and lack of hiring decision documentation. |
| MA-C | Medication Aide | Staff member with incomplete APS/CPS registry check. |
| LPN-B | Licensed Practical Nurse | Observed administering medication incorrectly. |
| MA-A | Medication Aide | Observed administering medication incorrectly. |
| NA-E | Nurse Aide | Interviewed regarding care plan adherence. |
| DON | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding care plan revisions, medication documentation, and medication administration. |
| HR | Human Resources | Interviewed regarding APS/CPS registry check process. |
| DA-F | Dietary Aide | Observed handling ice from contaminated ice machine. |
| FSS | Food Service Supervisor | Confirmed ice machine contamination. |
| Maintenance Staff A | Maintenance Staff | Confirmed door latch deficiency and fire drill scheduling issues. |
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 7
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
Jan 16, 2017
Visit Reason
The document is a Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application and related materials for Hilltop Estates, verifying the renewal of the SNF/NF Dual Certification license and endorsement for the Alzheimer's Special Care Unit.
Findings
The documents confirm the facility's licensure renewal, certification status, ownership, and capacity details. Staffing patterns and training related to dementia care are described, with no deficiencies or violations noted.
Report Facts
Number of beds to be relicensed: 64
Current census: 7
Alzheimer's unit beds: 14
Renewal fees: 1550
Staff training hours: 4
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott A. Bahe | Administrator, NHA | Named as administrator and signed renewal application and Alzheimer's unit disclosure |
| Nicole Gaona | Director of Nursing, R.N. | Named as Director of Nursing on renewal application |
| Craig D. Bartruff | Named as contact person and owner representative on renewal application and statement of ownership |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 46
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 5
Sep 28, 2016
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint and annual survey at Hilltop Estates from September 28, 2016 to October 4, 2016 by the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health.
Findings
The investigation found the facility was in compliance regarding protection from residents with adverse behaviors and timely reporting of abuse allegations. Deficiencies were identified including inaccurate coding of a resident's functional status on the MDS, failure to identify and assess a bruise on a resident, a mattress entrapment hazard, improper hand hygiene during food service, and failure to follow infection control procedures during catheter care.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation included allegations that the facility failed to protect residents from residents with adverse behaviors, failed to immediately report allegations of abuse, and failed to submit investigations within 5 working days. The facility was found to be in compliance with these allegations.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4
SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (5)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Facility staff failed to code Resident 8's MDS to reflect accurate functional status. | SS=D |
| Facility staff failed to identify and assess a bruise for Resident 46. | SS=D |
| Facility failed to maintain Resident 8's mattress to prevent a potential entrapment hazard between mattress and positioning bar. | SS=D |
| Facility staff failed to perform proper hand hygiene while serving residents in the main dining room, risking food-borne illness. | SS=F |
| Facility staff failed to change gloves and wash hands at intervals during catheter care for Resident 49, risking cross contamination. | SS=D |
Report Facts
Census: 46
Total Capacity: 64
Deficiencies cited: 5
Hand washing duration: 20
Hand washing duration observed: 3
Hand washing duration observed: 5
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Bahe | Administrator | Named as facility administrator in the report |
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health - DHHS | Signed the complaint investigation letter |
| RN-D | Registered Nurse | Interviewed regarding skin assessment and catheter care procedures |
| MDS Coordinator | Interviewed regarding Resident 8's MDS coding | |
| NA-C | Nurse Aide | Interviewed regarding Resident 46's transfers and skin concerns; observed during hand hygiene failures |
| DA-B | Dietary Aide | Observed performing inadequate hand hygiene during meal service |
| MA-A | Medication Aide | Observed performing catheter care with improper glove and hand hygiene technique |
| DON | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding skin assessments and mattress entrapment hazard |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
May 5, 2016
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint regarding the facility's failure to evaluate causal factors for falls and failure to change fall interventions after residents were identified at risk for falls.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility evaluated causal factors for falls and changed fall interventions for residents at risk, resulting in compliance with related regulatory requirements.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged the facility failed to evaluate causal factors for falls and failed to change fall interventions after residents were identified at risk. Both allegations were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with the facility in compliance.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager | Signed the report as Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health - DHHS |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 39
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 9
Oct 19, 2015
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint and annual survey at Hilltop Estates on October 19-22, 2015, by the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including failure to protect resident privacy, failure to treat residents with dignity during injections, inaccurate resident assessments, failure to notify responsible parties of changes, failure to prevent and treat pressure ulcers, medication errors exceeding 5%, incomplete influenza immunization documentation, incomplete chronological resident register, and failure to conduct fire drills at varied times.
Complaint Details
The complaint allegation was that the facility failed to protect residents from abuse. The investigation revealed the facility investigated and addressed the allegation and found the resident was not harmed or abused. No deficiency was cited related to the allegation.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4
SS=G: 1
SS=F: 2
Deficiencies (9)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Facility failed to protect resident privacy by discussing medical issues in public areas. | SS=D |
| Facility staff failed to treat Resident 2 with dignity by administering an injection in view of other residents. | SS=D |
| MDS assessments did not accurately reflect current status for residents 29 and 62. | — |
| Facility failed to notify Resident 56's responsible party regarding severity of pressure ulcer. | SS=D |
| Facility failed to prevent infection and promote healing of Resident 56's pressure ulcer. | SS=G |
| Medication error rate exceeded 5%, affecting Residents 6 and 20. | SS=D |
| Facility failed to document influenza immunization education, consent, and administration for multiple residents. | SS=F |
| Chronological Resident Register did not contain required information such as date of birth and dentist name. | — |
| Facility failed to hold fire drills under varied conditions at different times of the day for four quarters. | SS=F |
Report Facts
Facility census: 39
Facility capacity: 64
Medication error rate: 8
Fire drill times: 4
Fire drill times: 4
Fire drill times: 2
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Bahe | Administrator | Named in multiple findings and plan of correction |
| Serina Sladky | Director of Nursing | Named in informal conference report |
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager | Signed complaint investigation letter |
| Dee Kaser | Quality Improvement Advisor | Conducted informal conference |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 50
Deficiencies: 3
Jan 12, 2015
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint at Hilltop Estates on January 12, 2015, regarding allegations of failure to ensure residents were treated with respect and dignity, failure to follow standards of care related to tracheotomies and foley catheters, and failure to provide appropriate positioning transfer.
Findings
The facility was found in compliance with respect and dignity and positioning transfer allegations. However, violations were found related to failure to train nursing staff on tracheotomy care and failure to properly secure catheter tubing for 4 residents, leading to potential complications. The facility also lacked documented evidence of nursing staff education on tracheotomy care.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that the facility failed to ensure residents were treated with respect and dignity, failed to follow standards of care related to tracheotomies and foley catheters, and failed to provide appropriate positioning transfer. The investigation included record review, observation, and interviews with residents, family members, and staff.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1
SS=D: 2
Deficiencies (3)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to secure catheter tubing properly for 4 residents, risking potential complications. | SS=E |
| Failure to provide proper treatment and care for tracheostomy, including lack of staff training and failure to assess tracheotomy site. | SS=D |
| Failure to provide complete, accurate, and accessible clinical records, including lack of documented evidence of nursing staff education on tracheotomy care. | SS=D |
Report Facts
Facility census: 50
Residents with catheter tubing issues: 4
Date of inspection: Jan 12, 2015
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Ronda Gunther | Registered Nurse | Investigator representing Department of Health and Human Services |
| Betty Smith | Registered Nurse | Investigator representing Department of Health and Human Services |
| Scott Bahe | Administrator | Facility administrator addressed in the report |
| Eve Lewis | Program Manager - Office of LTC Facilities - Licensure Unit - Division of Public Health - DHHS | Author of the complaint investigation letter |
| LPN-B | Licensed Practical Nurse | Interviewed regarding catheter tubing tightness |
| DON | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding catheter securing policy and tracheotomy care |
| RN-A | Registered Nurse | Interviewed regarding lack of documented tracheotomy care education |
Inspection Report
Routine
Census: 46
Deficiencies: 4
Sep 16, 2014
Visit Reason
Routine inspection to assess compliance with regulations governing licensure of skilled nursing facilities, nursing facilities, and intermediate care facilities.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in several areas including failure to provide Medicare Advanced Beneficiary Notice to a resident, failure to maintain resident dignity during dining, failure to update care plans after nursing assessments, and failure to follow proper hand hygiene procedures. The facility was compliant with the Life Safety Code.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3
SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (4)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to present the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid SNFABN to one resident or their financially responsible parties when Medicare A services ended. | SS=D |
| Failed to maintain one resident's dignity during dining by showing skin in the dining room. | SS=D |
| Failed to develop and implement a plan of care to meet the needs of a resident with a discolored toe. | SS=D |
| Failed to perform hand hygiene properly during provision of care for three residents. | SS=E |
Report Facts
Facility census: 46
Residents files reviewed: 3
Residents affected: 1
Residents affected: 1
Residents affected: 1
Residents affected: 3
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| FSM-B | Financial Service Manager | Interviewed regarding failure to provide Medicare SNFABN to Resident 22 |
| RN-C | Registered Nurse | Interviewed regarding Resident 11's dressing and care plan |
| DON | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding Resident 66 care plan and hand hygiene expectations |
| LPN-A | Licensed Practical Nurse | Observed and interviewed regarding hand hygiene deficiencies |
Inspection Report
Routine
Census: 46
Deficiencies: 1
Aug 22, 2013
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a routine survey to assess compliance with Nebraska Administrative Code regulations governing skilled nursing facilities, including medication administration and life safety code compliance.
Findings
The facility was found to have a medication error rate of 7%, exceeding the allowable 5% threshold, due to insulin administration timing errors for Resident 40. The facility was otherwise in compliance with the Life Safety Code provisions at the time of the survey.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to ensure medication error rates of 5% or greater did not occur, specifically insulin administration timing errors for Resident 40. | SS=D |
Report Facts
Medication observations: 26
Residents observed: 9
Medication errors: 2
Medication error rate: 7
Facility census: 46
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| RN-P | Registered Nurse | Administered insulin incorrectly to Resident 40 |
| DON | Director of Nurses | Interviewed regarding insulin administration timing |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 52
Deficiencies: 9
May 29, 2012
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess compliance with state and federal regulations governing skilled nursing facilities, including comprehensive assessments, care planning, medication management, and life safety code compliance.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to conduct comprehensive assessments accurately, failure to develop and implement comprehensive care plans especially for restorative services and incontinence management, presence of duplicate drug therapies without adequate review, and medication administration errors. The facility was in compliance with life safety code requirements.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 7
SS=E: 2
Deficiencies (9)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to assess Resident 32 for terminal prognosis and accurately code MDS. | SS=D |
| Failure to assess Resident 53 for increased incontinence and accurately code MDS. | SS=D |
| Failure to accurately code locomotion for Resident 2. | SS=D |
| Failure to identify and plan restorative services for Resident 24 to maintain physical functioning. | SS=D |
| Failure to provide appropriate treatment and services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore bladder function for Resident 53. | SS=D |
| Failure to initiate interventions to prevent further decrease in range of motion for Resident 24. | SS=D |
| Failure to ensure drug regimen free from unnecessary duplicate drug therapy for 6 residents. | SS=E |
| Medication error rate of 5.79% due to administration timing errors for Residents 11 and 53. | SS=D |
| Failure to ensure monthly pharmacist drug regimen review identifies and reports irregularities such as duplicate drug therapy for 6 residents. | SS=E |
Report Facts
Census: 52
Survey sample size: 26
Medication administration opportunities observed: 52
Medication error rate: 5.79
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| RN-A | Registered Nurse / MDS Coordinator | Named in findings related to inaccurate MDS coding and assessments |
| LPN-K | Licensed Practical Nurse | Named in findings related to resident care and medication administration |
| DON | Director of Nursing | Named in findings related to medication orders and facility practices |
| RPh-S | Consultant Pharmacist | Named in findings related to drug regimen review and duplicate therapy |
| RPh-R | Consultant Pharmacist | Named in findings related to drug regimen review and duplicate therapy |
| RN-M | Registered Nurse | Named in medication administration observation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 56
Deficiencies: 1
Jun 8, 2011
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding failure to notify the resident's physician of increased pain and inability to stand following a fall for Resident 101.
Findings
The facility failed to notify the resident's physician in a timely manner about a significant change in condition after a fall, specifically increased pain and inability to stand on the right leg. Documentation and interviews confirmed lack of timely physician notification despite multiple signs of pain and injury. The resident was eventually sent to the hospital with a right hip fracture.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the facility staff failed to notify Resident 101's doctor of increased pain and inability to stand on the right leg after a fall. The facility census was 56 residents at the time of the complaint investigation, with a sample size of 4 residents.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to notify Resident 101's physician of increased pain and inability to stand following a fall. | SS=D |
Report Facts
Census: 56
Sample size: 4
Fall date: May 21, 2011
Plan of Correction completion date: Jul 23, 2011
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Bahe | Administrator | Named in administrative correspondence |
| Serina Trampe | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding notification and documentation of resident condition |
| David M. Schneider | Physician Reviewer | Conducted informal conference and dispute resolution |
| Bill Brock | Manager, Case Review/Beneficiary Protection | Participant in informal dispute resolution |
| RN-K | Registered Nurse | Interviewed regarding physician notification process |
| RN-S | Registered Nurse | Interviewed regarding pain assessment after fall |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 56
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 13
Mar 31, 2011
Visit Reason
Annual inspection survey conducted to assess compliance with state and federal regulations for a skilled nursing facility.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to notify physicians of significant changes in residents' conditions, inadequate communication during feeding assistance, failure to provide proper oral hygiene, inadequate treatment and monitoring of pressure sores, failure to follow dietary orders including protein supplementation and meal temperature maintenance, improper infection control practices including hand hygiene, and life safety code violations related to exit lighting, emergency lighting, sprinkler system maintenance, and emergency generator alarm.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 4
SS=E: 6
SS=F: 3
Deficiencies (13)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to provide documentation that the physician was informed of low or high blood sugars for a resident with diabetes. | SS=D |
| Failure to accommodate residents' needs by not conversing with residents during meal assistance. | SS=D |
| Failure to provide oral hygiene to prevent buildup of material on teeth for a dependent resident. | SS=D |
| Failure to plan nutritional interventions and monitor to promote healing of pressure sores and prevent new sores for multiple residents. | SS=D |
| Failure to ensure menus meet nutritional needs, including serving correct protein portions and following preplanned menus. | SS=E |
| Failure to maintain food temperature for hot foods and prepare pureed foods to maintain proper temperature. | SS=E |
| Failure to provide food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs, including improper preparation of pureed foods. | SS=E |
| Failure to provide extra protein with therapeutic diets as prescribed by physicians. | SS=E |
| Failure to establish and maintain an infection control program including proper hand hygiene and prevention of cross contamination during care and dining assistance. | SS=E |
| Failure to maintain exit discharge lighting so that failure of one bulb does not leave the path in darkness. | SS=E |
| Failure to provide emergency lighting of at least 1.5 hour duration at the emergency generator and transfer switch location. | SS=F |
| Failure to maintain, inspect, and test the automatic sprinkler system quarterly as required. | SS=F |
| Failure to provide a remote, common audible alarm for the emergency generator in a continuously occupied location. | SS=F |
Report Facts
Sample size: 14
Facility census: 56
Facility capacity: 64
Protein shorted: 28.4
Protein shorted: 12.1
Pressure ulcer size: 0.8
Pressure ulcer size: 0.5
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott A. Bahe | NHA-Administrator | Signed plan of correction |
| LPN-T | Licensed Practical Nurse | Performed dressing change for Resident 10 |
| DON | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding notification of physicians and infection control |
| NA K | Nursing Assistant | Observed during perineal care and dining assistance with improper hand hygiene |
| NA C | Nursing Assistant | Observed during perineal care and dining assistance with improper hand hygiene |
| Cook-T | Dietary Staff | Observed serving meals and interviewed about meal preparation |
| DM | Dietary Manager | Interviewed about meal preparation and documentation |
| RD | Registered Dietician | Interviewed about dietary needs and meal documentation |
| ST | Speech Therapist | Interviewed about pureed food preparation |
| Maintenance Staff | Verified observations related to lighting and sprinkler system |
Notice
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
APP2022
Visit Reason
This document package serves as the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application for Hilltop Estates, including verification of licensure, ownership statement, and occupancy permit.
Findings
The documents confirm the renewal of the SNF/NF dual certification license, ownership details, and occupancy permit for 64 beds at Hilltop Estates.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 64
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott A. Bahe | Administrator | Named as Administrator on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application and signed ownership statement. |
| Loretta L. Smith | Director of Nursing | Named as Director of Nursing on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application. |
| Craig D. Bartruff | President | Signed the ownership statement as President of K.C. Health Care Ent. Inc. |
Notice
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
APP2023
Visit Reason
This document package serves to verify the renewal of the SNF/NF dual certification license for Hilltop Estates and includes the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application, ownership statement, and a temporary occupancy permit from the State Fire Marshal.
Findings
The documents confirm that Hilltop Estates meets statutory requirements for licensure renewal with a licensed capacity of 64 beds. No inspection findings or deficiencies are reported in these documents.
Report Facts
Licensed capacity: 64
Renewal license fee: 1750
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott A. Bahe | Administrator, COO | Named as Administrator on renewal application and signed ownership statement and certification. |
| Loretta Smith | Director of Nursing, RN, DON | Named as Director of Nursing on renewal application. |
| Craig D. Bartruff | President | Signed certification as authorized representative on renewal application. |
Notice
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
APP2024
Visit Reason
This document serves to verify the license renewal status of Hilltop Estates as a skilled nursing facility and includes the renewal application, statement of ownership, occupancy permit, and facility layout.
Findings
The documents confirm that Hilltop Estates is licensed through the renewal date of 3/31/2025, with a total licensed capacity of 64 beds. No inspection findings or deficiencies are reported.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 64
Renewal expiration date: Mar 31, 2025
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott A. Bahe | NHA, COO | Named as administrator and authorized representative on renewal application and ownership statement. |
| Loretta Smith | RN, DON | Named as Director of Nursing on renewal application. |
| Craig D. Bartruff | President | Authorized representative and owner on renewal application and ownership statement. |
Notice
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
APP2016
Visit Reason
This document serves as a licensure renewal application for Hilltop Estates nursing home, verifying the facility's license status and providing related administrative and policy information.
Findings
The document includes the renewal application details, facility capacity, ownership information, fire marshal occupancy permit, and various facility policies related to Alzheimer's/Dementia care, staff education, and fire drill procedures.
Report Facts
Number of beds to be relicensed: 64
Renewal fees: 1750
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott A. Bahe | NHA | Administrator and authorized representative signing the renewal application and various policy documents. |
| Serina Sladky | Director of Nursing, R.N. | Named in the renewal application as Director of Nursing. |
| Craig D. Bartruff | President | Named as authorized representative and owner in ownership statement and renewal application. |
Notice
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
APP2018
Visit Reason
This document serves as a licensure renewal application for Hilltop Estates, a skilled nursing facility, and includes verification of license renewal and occupancy permit information.
Findings
The documents confirm that Hilltop Estates is licensed as a Skilled Nursing Facility with a total licensed bed capacity of 64 beds, and that the facility meets statutory requirements for licensure renewal and occupancy.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 64
Renewal fees: 1750
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott A. Bahe | Administrator | Named as facility administrator on renewal application and signed statement of ownership |
| Nicole Gaona | Director of Nursing | Named as Director of Nursing on renewal application |
| Craig D. Bartruff | Named as 100% owner and control of K.C. Health Care Enterprises, Inc., dba Hilltop Estates |
Notice
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
APP2019
Visit Reason
This document serves to verify the renewal of the SNF/NF dual certification license for Hilltop Estates and includes the occupancy permit indicating the maximum licensed capacity.
Findings
The facility is licensed as a Skilled Nursing Facility/Nursing Facility with a total licensed capacity of 64 beds. The occupancy permit was issued on 2018-11-05 by the Nebraska State Fire Marshal.
Report Facts
Licensed beds: 64
Renewal expiration date: Mar 31, 2020
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Bahe | Administrator | Named as facility administrator on renewal application |
| Nicole Gaona | Director of Nursing | Named as Director of Nursing on renewal application |
| Craig D. Bartruff | Named as 100% owner in statement of ownership |
Document
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
APP2020
Visit Reason
The documents serve to renew the nursing home license for Hilltop Estates, verify ownership, and confirm occupancy capacity.
Findings
No inspection findings or deficiencies are reported; the documents primarily certify licensure renewal, ownership, and occupancy permit status.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 64
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Bahe | NHA, COO | Authorized representative signing the licensure renewal application and ownership statement. |
| Craig D. Bartruff | President | Authorized representative signing the licensure renewal application and ownership statement. |
| Nicole Gaona | Director of Nursing | Named on the Nursing Home Licensure Renewal Application. |
Notice
Capacity: 64
Deficiencies: 0
APP2021
Visit Reason
This document serves to verify that Hilltop Estates' SNF/NF Dual Certification license is valid through the expiration date shown on the renewal card and includes the nursing home licensure renewal application and occupancy permit.
Findings
The documents confirm licensure renewal status, ownership information, and occupancy permit details for Hilltop Estates. No inspection findings or deficiencies are reported.
Report Facts
Total licensed beds: 64
Renewal license expiration date: Expires 03/31/2022 as shown on the renewal card image.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Bahe | Administrator, MHA, NHA | Named on the renewal application and ownership statement. |
| Nicole Goens | Director of Nursing, RN | Named on the renewal application. |
| Craig D. Bartruff | President | Signed ownership statement. |
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