Kearny County Hospital
Chief Nursing Officer Robin Allaman and Director of Nursing Sofia McWilliams lead High Plains Retirement Village, a 35-bed county-owned campus in Lakin, Kansas. Located on the Kearny County Hospital grounds, this facility runs at roughly 46 percent occupancy and offers an integrated continuum spanning assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.
The campus delivers 24-hour medical oversight, averaging over five hours of daily nursing care per resident, alongside on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Residents have direct access to hospital-linked emergency services, imaging, a pharmacy, and a dental clinic. Living options include studio to two-bedroom floor plans with emergency call systems, supplemented by dietitian-planned meals, housekeeping, and round-the-clock common spaces.
The area is car-dependent with a walkability score of 37 out of 100. State regulatory reviews show a history of zero fines or complaints, with routine inspections focusing on standard service documentation, medication labeling, and food safety.
Individuals seeking clinical senior care can contact the Lakin office to check active room availability and admission criteria.
About this community
Occupancy
Kearny County Hospital is administered by Robin Allaman.
Inspection History
In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Kansas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2014 vs. Kansas state average• Total deficiencies (26% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | KS Average | vs. KS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 74 | 100 | This facility has 26% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas nursing home (74 vs. KS avg 100).↓ 26% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on November 19, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility’s compliance with all regulations. Prior inspections showed recurring issues primarily with the development and updating of negotiated service agreements based on functional capacity screenings, as well as securing chemicals to ensure resident safety. Earlier reports also noted deficiencies related to medication labeling, emergency management plan reviews, tuberculosis screening compliance, and food safety practices. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports, and no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were reported. The facility appears to have addressed previous deficiencies successfully, demonstrating improvement over time.
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.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Long-stay resident measures
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
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29
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29
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74
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69
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12
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kearny County Hospital
Who is the owner of Kearny County Hospital?
Kearny County Hospital is legally operated by Kearny County, and administered by Robin Allaman.
Is Kearny County Hospital in a walkable area?
Kearny County Hospital has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at Kearny County Hospital?
Kearny County Hospital's occupancy is 46%.
Are pets allowed at Kearny County Hospital?
No, Kearny County Hospital has a no-pet policy.
Is Kearny County Hospital a government-operated facility?
Kearny County Hospital is a government-operated nursing facility in KS.
Who is the administrator of Kearny County Hospital?
Robin Allaman is the administrator of Kearny County Hospital.
How many beds does Kearny County Hospital have?
Kearny County Hospital has 35 beds.
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