Nebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on May 2025

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Old Cheney Rehabilitation is a 47-bed Nursing Home at 5431 South 16th Street, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. Administrated by Kylee Johnston and owned by Ammon Walkers Limited Partnership, the facility is certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Certification Number 285299). Old Cheney Rehabilitation is a premier rehabilitation center in Lincoln, Nebraska, focused on helping patients recover from surgery, injury, or illness. The facility offers personalized treatment plans with physical, occupational, and speech therapy, comfortable private suites, and nutritious meals prepared by an in-house chef.
Old Cheney Rehabilitation is a moderately sized nursing home in Lincoln providing primarily short-term rehabilitation stays. Most residents typically stay a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on. Medicare admissions (63%) typically stay 25 days for short-term rehab. Private pay admissions (30%) typically stay 1-2 months. Medicaid admissions (7%) typically stay 3-4 months. Average length of stay is 35 days. Occupancy rate is 67.9%, below the Nebraska state average of 70.3%.
The CMS Overall Rating of 2/5 stars falls below the Nebraska average of 2.8/5 stars. The Health Inspection Rating of 2/5 stars also falls below the Nebraska average of 2.8/5 stars. The Staffing Rating of 3/5 stars is slightly below the Nebraska average of 3.1/5 stars. The Quality Measures Rating of 2/5 stars falls below the Nebraska average of 2.7/5 stars.
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health conducted 5 total health inspections (vs Nebraska average 4.3). The facility received 22 total citations (vs Nebraska average 18.2), averaging 4.4 citations per inspection compared to the state average of 4.19. No critical citations were issued (100% better than Nebraska average of 0.2). No serious citations were issued (100% better than Nebraska average of 0.5). All 22 citations were moderate in severity and have been corrected. The most recent inspection occurred in May 2025. Top deficiency categories include Resident Rights (5 deficiencies, 23%), Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies, 18%), Infection Control (2 deficiencies, 9%), and Pharmacy Services (2 deficiencies, 9%).
Old Cheney Rehabilitation provides above-average staffing depth and balance. Total nursing hours reach 4 hours 26 minutes per day, 2% above the Nebraska average of 4 hours 20 minutes, ranked #55 out of 129 in Nebraska. The facility employs 8 Registered Nurses (average shift 8.9 hours), 11 Licensed Practical Nurses (average shift 9.6 hours), and 41 Certified Nursing Assistants (average shift 8.2 hours). The facility also employs 5 Speech Language Pathologists, 3 Physical Therapy Assistants, 3 Nurse Practitioners, and 6 Respiratory Therapy Technicians, reflecting comprehensive rehabilitation programming. Contractor staffing comprises 6.7% of total hours.
Old Cheney Rehabilitation operates as a privately-owned community with annual revenue of $6.7 million but reports an operating loss of $566.3 thousand, suggesting financial pressure. Payroll comprises 50.7% of revenue ($3.4 million).
Families considering Old Cheney Rehabilitation should ask about the above-average citation count (22 vs state average 18.2), and what corrective actions were implemented before placement.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
30% of new residents, often for short stays.
7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Old Cheney Rehabilitation is administrated by Kylee Johnston.
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.
Show Inspection ReportsNebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Nebraska average 18.2
Nebraska average 4.19
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
18 of 22 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 22 resulted from complaint investigations.
Nebraska average: 0.2
Nebraska average: 0.5
Old Cheney Rehabilitation is located in LINCOLN, Nebraska.
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4.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lincoln's city center to Old Cheney Rehabilitation's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
1,010 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 25 | 16 | 41 | 5,951 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,256 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 6 | 11 | 1,724 | 84 | 92% | 9.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,236 | 83 | 91% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 758 | 64 | 70% | 7.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 0 | 3 | 731 | 69 | 76% | 7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 537 | 75 | 82% | 5.9 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 517 | 68 | 75% | 7.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 489 | 59 | 65% | 8.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 281 | 62 | 68% | 4.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 268 | 34 | 37% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 149 | 26 | 29% | 5.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 87 | 26 | 29% | 3.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 65 | 13 | 14% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 31 | 8 | 9% | 3.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 9 | 10% | 3.4 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
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.
The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.
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The legal owner and operator of Old Cheney Rehabilitation is Snf Lincoln Operating Company, Llc.
Old Cheney Rehabilitation has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Kylee Johnston is the administrator of Old Cheney Rehabilitation.
Old Cheney Rehabilitation has 47 beds.
Yes — there are 8 photos of Old Cheney Rehabilitation in the photo gallery on this page.
Old Cheney Rehabilitation is located at 5431 South 16th Street.
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