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Total health inspections
1
Nebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Nov 2023
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Mount Carmel Home
Independent Living, Nursing Home, Memory Care & Assisted Living · Kearney, NE
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Mount Carmel Home
Independent Living, Nursing Home, Memory Care & Assisted Living · Kearney, NE
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Mount Carmel Home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Mount Carmel Home
Mount Carmel Home is a non-profit skilled nursing facility accommodating up to 75 residents in Nebraska. Since 1929, this assisted living community has been under the stewardship of the Corpus Christi Carmelite Sisters. This group of Nuns, engaged in a broad spectrum of social, religious, educational, and mission-driven work, operates across various locations, including the United States, England, the Caribbean, and Africa.
The dedicated team at Mount Carmel Home shares an unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional standard of care. Their meticulous approach is centered around elevating the quality of life for every individual resident, with nuns and staff ensuring that 24/7 pastoral care and spiritual counseling are readily available, underscoring the community’s steadfast dedication to the comprehensive well-being of their esteemed senior residents. Residents at Mount Carmel Home experience a nurturing spiritual environment through daily Catholic Mass and additional services tailored to different faiths offered throughout the week.
Emily Birdsley serves as the Administrator at Mount Carmel Home. She is a key member of the leadership team, overseeing the community's operations to ensure a supportive and well-managed environment for residents and staff.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 3rd out of 117 homes in Nebraska.
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.
This home is ranked 3rd out of 117 homes in Nebraska.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.
6h 31m per day
Rank #3 / 117Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 117 homes in Nebraska.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Nebraska average, with a ranking across 117 Nebraska SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs Nebraska avg
+50%
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
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.
| 5h 14m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
78.1%
Rank #56 / 122Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 122 homes in Nebraska.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its statewide rank out of 122. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
271 days
Occupancy rate
78.1%
Rank #56 / 122Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 122 homes in Nebraska.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its statewide rank out of 122. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
271 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
76% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
16% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 years
Medicaid
8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$7.3M
Surplus of revenue
$398.3K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$7.3M Rank #49 / 120Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 120 homes in Nebraska.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Nebraska SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Surplus of revenue
$398.3K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #30 / 120Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th 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.
$4.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #30 / 120Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$6.9M
Walk Score: 73 / 100 Rank #3 / 39Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 39 homes in Nebraska.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Nebraska SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
CMS Certification Number285216
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactEmily Birdsley, Administrator
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsOur History, Meet our Staff, Donate, Volunteer, Photo Gallery, Our Facility, Career Opportunities, Make a Payment
Religious ServicesYes
Volunteer ProgramsYes
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Mount Carmel Home
Nursing Home
Memory Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
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.
The data displayed corresponds to the last 15 years.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
1
Rank #1 / 122Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 122 homes in Nebraska.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Nebraska state average, with a ranking across all 122 NE SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
Nebraska average 18.2
Citations per inspection
1
Rank #1 / 122Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 122 homes in Nebraska.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Nebraska mean across 122 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.
Nebraska average 4.19
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 1 citation resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
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
1 moderate citation
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Nov 16, 2023
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Nov 16, 2023
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.
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Nebraska
Mount Carmel Home is located in Kearney, Nebraska.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Nebraska.
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1 mile from city center
— 0.55 miles to nearest hospital (Centro de rehabilitaciu00f3n)
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
154
Employees
131
Contractors
23
Staff to resident ratio
2.57:1
19% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average ratio: 2.15:1
Avg staff/day
55
Average shift
7.4 hours
5% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
37,133
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
13
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
21
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
88
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
3.3%
1,242 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 10
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 88 | 0 | 88 | 23,889 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 0 | 21 | 5,945 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 1,716 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,032 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 978 | 66 | 73% | 7.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 969 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 533 | 64 | 70% | 7.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 425 | 56 | 62% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 417 | 53 | 58% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 285 | 55 | 60% | 4.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 172 | 55 | 60% | 2.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 163 | 34 | 37% | 4.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 10 | 10 | 73 | 39 | 43% | 1.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 3 | 3% | 6.2 |
88 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
21 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
2 Administrator
% of Days
71%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
73%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
70%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
62%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
58%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
60%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
60%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
37%
10 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
43%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
60
Medicare
9
15% of residents
Medicaid
21
35% of residents
Private pay or other
30
50% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, 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.
11.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.0
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.9
15% 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
18.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.8%
10% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.6%
20% 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
35.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.3%
31% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 26.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.4%
47% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
21% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.6%
115% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 3.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.8%
67% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.2%
7% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 19.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.0%
6% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 93.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
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
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
24% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 80.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.2%
8% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 2.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
28% 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.
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.
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Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Mount Carmel Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
78.1%
↑ 0.7pp vs 2023
Net Income
$398.3K
↑ ~$44.2K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$4.9M
↑ ~$566.9K vs 2023
Profit Margin
5.7%
↑ 0.1pp vs 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Carmel Home
What neighborhood is Mount Carmel Home in?
Mount Carmel Home is in the West 18th Street neighborhood of Kearney.
Is Mount Carmel Home in a walkable area?
Mount Carmel Home has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are there photos of Mount Carmel Home?
Yes — there are 13 photos of Mount Carmel Home in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Mount Carmel Home?
(308) 237-2287 will put you in contact with the team at Mount Carmel Home.
Is Mount Carmel Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Mount Carmel Home is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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