Mount Carmel Home
Nursing Home, Memory Care, Assisted Living & Independent Living · Kearney, NE
CMS overall rating Info 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

Nursing Home, Memory Care, Assisted Living & Independent Living · Kearney, NE
CMS overall rating Info 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.
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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.

(308) 237-2287

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.
▲ 80.5% Above NE avg. ▲ 80.5% Above NE avg.Click 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.
▲ 81.2% Above NE avg. ▲ 81.2% Above NE avg.Click 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.
▲ 27.4% Above NE avg. ▲ 27.4% Above NE avg.Click 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.
▲ 10.3% Above NE avg. ▲ 10.3% Above NE avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

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 — compared to Nebraska state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Nebraska avg (4h 20m per day)
vs Nebraska avg
+50%

0 of 1 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Weekend Total Nursing is +47% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
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. 5h 14m per day ▲ 47% State avg: 3h 34m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day

Types of Care at Mount Carmel Home

Nursing Home Memory Care Assisted Living Independent Living

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Higher occupancy than the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupancy rate
78.1% Rank #99 / 194Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th out of 194 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 194. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
271 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 73 / 100 Rank #35 / 298Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 298 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

CMS Certification Number285216

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactEmily Birdsley, Administrator

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsMeet our Staff, Career Opportunities, Make a Payment
Religious ServicesYes
Volunteer ProgramsYes

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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.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2023
Total health inspections 1

Nebraska average 4.3


Last Health inspection on Nov 2023

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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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 average

Nebraska average: 0.2


Serious health citations
0
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.5

0 critical citations Nebraska average: 0.2

0 serious citations Nebraska average: 0.5

1 moderate citation Nebraska average: 17.2

0 minor citations Nebraska average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Nov 16, 2023
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 151
Employees 126
Contractors 25
Staff to resident ratio 2.52:1
24% better than Nebraska average
Nebraska average ratio: 2.03:1 Nebraska average ratio: 2.03:1See full Nebraska ranking
Avg staff/day 54
Average shift 7.3 hours
6% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 7.8 hours Nebraska average shift: 7.8 hoursSee full Nebraska ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 36,116

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 84
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

3.2%

1,162 contractor hours this quarter

Respiratory Therapy Technician: 10 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant8408422,98192100%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse180185,72392100%7.9
Registered Nurse130132,07392100%7.5
Administrator2029406571%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker3039326368%8
Other Dietary Services Staff3039046470%7.5
Physical Therapy Aide0555205863%5.5
Nurse Practitioner1015166571%7.9
Dietitian1014966368%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist1013905257%7.5
Qualified Social Worker0222747076%3.6
Speech Language Pathologist0552025661%3
Respiratory Therapy Technician010101325358%1.8
Physical Therapy Assistant0222789%3.4
Medical Director011822%3.8
84 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
2 Administrator
% of Days 71%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 68%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 70%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 63%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 68%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 57%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 76%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 61%
10 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 58%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 9%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 2%

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.

High-risk clinical events score Info 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 average

Nebraska average: 11.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 26.9
15% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 23.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 18.8%
10% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 26.6%
20% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 22.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 35.3%
31% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 26.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.4%
47% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.2%
21% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 6.6%
115% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.8%
67% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.2%
7% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 19.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.0%
6% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 93.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 96.1%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
24% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 80.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.2%
8% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 2.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.4%
28% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 75.9%

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

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.

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 #50 / 120Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th 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 %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$398.3K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #39 / 120Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th 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.
$4.9M
66.4% of revenue Rank #37 / 120Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 120 homes in Nebraska. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Nebraska average. Well-run Nebraska SNFs typically land around 66–74% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.1M
Total costs $6.9M

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Managed by Emily Birdsley

Administrator

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.

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Address 1 mile from city center — 0.55 miles to nearest hospital (Centro de rehabilitaciu00f3n)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home 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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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $4,000 individual, higher than most states
NE

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Nebraska Respite Network

NE Respite Network

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Nebraska resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NE

Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus)
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).
NE

Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Limited homemaker services Respite (~200 hours/year)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

Age 55+
General Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
NE

Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NE

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NE

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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AL

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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

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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.

What is the occupancy rate at Mount Carmel Home?

Mount Carmel Home's occupancy is 78.1%.

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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