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CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
South Haven Living Center is a nursing home in Wahoo, Nebraska, owned by Sara Casey. The 85-bed facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing families multiple ways to cover short-term rehabilitation and longer-term skilled nursing care. The center is located in a very walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 80. Families can easily navigate the area on foot.
The community has an occupancy rate of 98%. Most residents stay for an average of 258 days, including post-acute rehabilitation residents and those requiring ongoing skilled care. Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 54 minutes per resident, supported by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides. This nursing support is important in the facility’s focus on rehabilitation and skilled nursing services.
The home specializes in short-term rehabilitation and sub-acute care. It has dedicated programs in occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Memory care services and hospice support are also available for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Residents also have access to short-term in-house therapy and both inpatient and outpatient therapy options as they work toward recovery without leaving the facility for appointments.
Amenities include spacious private and companion rooms. There are also deluxe private options and a beauty and barber shop. There are regularly scheduled physician visits for residents. They also have access to wireless technology in common areas and transportation services.
Residents receive spiritual support through an on-site chapel, pastoral services, and Bible studies. There are also individual and group activities designed for their emotional well-being. For dining, they enjoy quality meals, and snacks are prepared on-site.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 72nd out of 117 homes in Nebraska for nurse hours. 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.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 39m per day | ▼ 9% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 31m per day | ▼ 27% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 44m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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.
| 3h 25m per day | ▼ 6% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 4m per day | ▲ 45% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 26m per day | ▼ 9% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Higher than the Nebraska average: 70.3%South Haven Living Center is administrated by Administrator Jason Gregory.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 89 | 52 | This facility has 71% more total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska nursing home (89 vs. NE avg 52).↑ 71% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2011.
| 5.9 | 3.5 | This facility has 69% more deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska nursing home (5.9 vs. NE avg 3.5).↑ 69% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Nebraska average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Jul 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.
5 of 6 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 6 resulted from complaint investigations.
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.2
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.5
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
27% fewer staff per resident than Nebraska average
6% better than Nebraska average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
All 12 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
12
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
All 13 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
13
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.5 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
All 40 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
40
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
2,453 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 40 | 0 | 40 | 11,409 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 30 | 0 | 30 | 8,256 | 92 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,232 | 92 | 100% | 10.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 2,798 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,359 | 71 | 77% | 8.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 927 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 853 | 74 | 80% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 602 | 66 | 72% | 6.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 546 | 48 | 52% | 8.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 525 | 63 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 524 | 67 | 73% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 410 | 57 | 62% | 7.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 65 | 26 | 28% | 2.5 |
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.5
11% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.2
8% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 23.3
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
28.5%
37% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.1%
18% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 22.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
29.1%
8% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 26.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
29% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.6%
31% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
78% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.5%
17% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.2%
74% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
24.1%
22% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 19.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
88.7%
5% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 93.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Nebraska averageNebraska average: 96.1%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.79
56% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.80
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.73
11% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 1.95
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
76.0%
6% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 80.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.8%
59% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 2.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.6%
19% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 75.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
9.3%
56% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 20.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.4%
19% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 11.6%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
23.8%
56% worse than Nebraska averageNebraska average: 53.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
19% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
53% of new residents, often for short stays.
28% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
78Residents 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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for South Haven Living Center from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on the 2024 CMS SNF Cost Report.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #11 / 120Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th 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.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (53% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 8 - 9 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
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Estimated distance in miles from Wahoo's city center to South Haven Living Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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| South Haven Living Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
ADC Adult Day Care Structured weekday daytime programming for seniors who live at home but need supervision, health monitoring, or social engagement. More affordable than full residential care and a key resource for working family caregivers.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Wahoo | 85
Facility
85
NE AVG
82
Rank
#78 / 228 |
97.6%
Facility
97.6%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#18 / 194 | +39% | 3.90
Facility
3.90
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#72 / 117 | +7% | -12% | $0
Facility
$0
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#1 / 122 | 6
Facility
6
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#8 / 122 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#6 / 122 | - | 78 | - |
80
Facility
80
NE AVG
46
Rank
#17 / 298 | Sara Casey | $11.0M
Facility
$11.0M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#23 / 120 | $7.7M
Facility
$7.7M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#11 / 120 | 69.3%
Facility
69.3%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#25 / 120 | 285231 | ||||
| Gateway Vista |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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 Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
PC Palliative Care
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Lincoln (Culler) | 80
Facility
80
NE AVG
82
Rank
#84 / 228 |
90.0%
Facility
90.0%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#38 / 194 | +28% | 4.84
Facility
4.84
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#28 / 117 | -20% | +9% | $8.7k
Facility
$8.7k
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#87 / 122 | 10
Facility
10
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#28 / 122 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#34 / 122 | 1 | 72 | - |
71
Facility
71
NE AVG
46
Rank
#43 / 298 | Mikel Ardley | $25.2M
Facility
$25.2M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#4 / 120 | $7.0M
Facility
$7.0M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#14 / 120 | 27.7%
Facility
27.7%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#117 / 120 | 285266 | ||||
| Emerald Columbus |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
PC Palliative Care | Columbus (40Th Avenue) | 145
Facility
145
NE AVG
82
Rank
#25 / 228 |
56.6%
Facility
56.6%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#161 / 194 | -20% | 3.78
Facility
3.78
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#78 / 117 | -37% | -15% | $0
Facility
$0
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#1 / 122 | 20
Facility
20
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#75 / 122 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#34 / 122 | - | 72 | A+ |
57
Facility
57
NE AVG
46
Rank
#101 / 298 | Columbus Operations LLC | $11.3M
Facility
$11.3M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#22 / 120 | $6.1M
Facility
$6.1M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#22 / 120 | 54%
Facility
54%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#78 / 120 | 285092 | ||||
| Bethany Home |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NC Nursing Care | Minden | 64
Facility
64
NE AVG
82
Rank
#123 / 228 |
79.7%
Facility
79.7%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#90 / 194 | +13% | 4.75
Facility
4.75
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#35 / 117 | +53% | +7% | $0
Facility
$0
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#1 / 122 | 19
Facility
19
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#70 / 122 | 6.3
Facility
6.3
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#107 / 122 | - | 59 | - |
47
Facility
47
NE AVG
46
Rank
#155 / 298 | Bethany Home Inc | $8.4M
Facility
$8.4M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#41 / 120 | $5.0M
Facility
$5.0M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#34 / 120 | 59.9%
Facility
59.9%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#54 / 120 | 285270 | ||||
| Tabitha at Prairie Commons |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Grand Island | 36
Facility
36
NE AVG
82
Rank
#206 / 228 |
27.2%
Facility
27.2%
NE AVG
70.3%
Rank
#188 / 194 | -61% | 5.72
Facility
5.72
NE AVG
4.45
Rank
#7 / 117 | +44% | +28% | $10.3k
Facility
$10.3k
NE AVG
$38.1k
Rank
#100 / 122 | 15
Facility
15
NE AVG
18.2
Rank
#53 / 122 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
NE AVG
4.2
Rank
#91 / 122 | 1 | 24 | - |
14
Facility
14
NE AVG
46
Rank
#267 / 298 | Tabitha Grand Island, Inc. | $5.0M
Facility
$5.0M
NE AVG
$7.6M
Rank
#79 / 120 | $2.7M
Facility
$2.7M
NE AVG
$3.5M
Rank
#86 / 120 | 52.9%
Facility
52.9%
NE AVG
49.4%
Rank
#81 / 120 | 285307 |
The legal owner and operator of South Haven Living Center is Vsl Wahoo, Llc.
South Haven Living Center has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
South Haven Living Center's occupancy is 98%.
Administrator Jason Gregory is the administrator of South Haven Living Center.
South Haven Living Center has 85 beds.
South Haven Living Center is located at 1400 Mark Drive.
(402) 443-3737 will put you in contact with the team at South Haven Living Center.
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