Saunders Medical Center
About this community
Occupancy
Saunders Medical Center is administered by Administrator Julie Rezac.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nebraska state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2011 vs. Nebraska state average• Total deficiencies (52% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (15% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
| 79 | 52 | This facility has 52% more total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska nursing home (79 vs. NE avg 52).↑ 52% worse |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
| 3.4 | 4 | This facility has 15% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska nursing home (3.4 vs. NE avg 4).↓ 15% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
| 23 | 13 | This facility has had 77% more total inspections than the Nebraska average (23 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 77% more |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
State average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
State average 18.2
State average 4.19
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 6 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
State average: 0.2
State average: 0.5
Citations history (last 4 years)
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Total hours from contractors
1,677 contractor hours this quarter
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31| Certified Nursing Assistant | 50 | 9 | 59 | 10,873 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 24 | 0 | 24 | 6,593 | 92 | 100% | 9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 4 | 15 | 4,905 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,442 | 65 | 71% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 2 | 7 | 976 | 84 | 91% | 8.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 947 | 64 | 70% | 8.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 488 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 478 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 60 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 469 | 61 | 66% | 7.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 112 | 14 | 15% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 59 | 36 | 39% | 1.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 38 | 27 | 29% | 1.4 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 21 | 11 | 12% | 1.9 |
| Other Physician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 10% | 1.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 20 | 22% | 0.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 18 | 20% | 0.5 |
59 Certified Nursing Assistant
24 Medication Aide/Technician
15 Licensed Practical Nurse
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
7 Registered Nurse
3 Dental Services Staff
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
1 Dietitian
1 Nurse Practitioner
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
1 Qualified Social Worker
1 Medical Director
3 Other Physician
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
1 Speech Language Pathologist
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
Short-stay resident measures
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Saunders Medical Center
Is Saunders Medical Center in a walkable area?
Saunders Medical Center has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at Saunders Medical Center?
Saunders Medical Center's occupancy is 98%.
Are pets allowed at Saunders Medical Center?
No, Saunders Medical Center has a no-pet policy.
Is Saunders Medical Center a government-operated facility?
Saunders Medical Center is a government-operated nursing facility in NE.
Who is the administrator of Saunders Medical Center?
Administrator Julie Rezac is the administrator of Saunders Medical Center.
How many beds does Saunders Medical Center have?
Saunders Medical Center has 60 beds.
Has Saunders Medical Center had any deficiencies?
Saunders Medical Center has had 79 reported deficiencies since 2011 according to records from Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
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