Occupancy rate
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In line with Kansas averageMostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Wheatland Nursing Center
Nursing Home in Great Bend
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Wheatland Nursing Center
Set in the peaceful lands of South Lincoln, Russell, KS is the esteemed senior living community of Wheatland Nursing Center that provides skilled nursing, hospice, adult day club, home health care, and rehabilitation. Cherish personal moments within the snug and spacious studio residences of Wheatland Nursing Center. The community doubles its efforts to handle residents’ special needs and aspirations to ensure a better quality of life.
Interact with the community and gain meaningful experiences through enjoyable programs and fun activities. Fostering comfort and satisfying dietary needs, the community serves freshly prepared and healthy meals for a delightful dining experience. Wheatland Nursing Center strives to provide a haven for seniors to enjoy their healing journey and experience the highest quality of care and support.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
45
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.7%
Residents per day (avg)
39
Occupancy rate
86.7%
Residents per day (avg)
39
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
74% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
12% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 years
Medicaid
14% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 - 5 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$3.6M
Profit
$302.4K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$3.6M
Profit
$302.4K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$3.3M
45-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 19 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Kansas averageOccupied beds
39 / 45
Average residents
50 per day
Facility TypeNursing Facility
StatusActive
CountyRUSSELL
License Number175286
Wheatland Nursing Center is legally operated by Wheatland Nursing Center Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing, and administrated by Michelle Crocker.
OwnerWHEATLAND NURSING LLC
NF (Nursing Facility)
45 units
SNF/NF (Combined)
45 units
Total beds
45 units
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 175 - 200 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Wheatland Nursing Center
Skilled Nursing
Hospice Care
Inspection History
In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.
Breakdown by inspection type
- 12 other inspections
Results
1 with issues
0 without issues
Latest inspection
Date
July 9, 2025
Inspection history
Deficiency Report
State ID
Plan of Correction
Wheatland Nursing and Rehab second revision 03242016
Wheatland Nursing and Rehab second revision 03242016
N084003
Wheatland Nursing and Rehab second revision 03242016
N084003
TH0T11
Wheatland Nursing 092914 Complaint
N084003
GN9S11
Wheatland Nursing 071614 Complaint
N084003
0QIP11
Wheatland Nursing 021615
N084003
35MU11
Wheatland Nursing 053013 Complaint
N084003
5Y9211
Wheatland Nursing 022613 Complaint
N084003
7QRW11
Wheatland 121213 Revised Federal
N084003
G4GW11
NA
N084003
3SPU11
Wheatland Nursing 121212 State
N084003
RXSY11
NA
N084003
9 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Kansas average: 100 deficiencies
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Kansas average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Total health citations
9
Kansas average 26.9
Citations per inspection
3
Kansas average 6.07
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
8 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 9 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.9
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.9
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
9 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 30, 2023
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 30, 2023
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Oct 30, 2023
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Oct 30, 2023
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Oct 30, 2023
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Oct 30, 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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Great Bend The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
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Wheatland Nursing Center
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.
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).
Russell
74
49.6%
-38%
4.00
-14%
0
9
3.0
0
39
19
Crocker, Michelle
$3.5M
$1.8M
50.6%
175286
Studio
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
55
Employees
39
Contractors
16
Staff to resident ratio
1.41:1
38% worse than Kansas averageKansas average ratio: 2.27:1
Avg staff/day
22
Average shift
7.2 hours
6% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 7.7 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
14,342
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
3
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
4
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
21
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
7.1%
1,024 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Mental Health Service Worker: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 21 | 0 | 21 | 6,948 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,135 | 90 | 99% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,091 | 90 | 99% | 10.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,059 | 91 | 100% | 10.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 1 | 3 | 973 | 67 | 74% | 7.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 774 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 516 | 70 | 77% | 6.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 431 | 69 | 76% | 4.4 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 425 | 58 | 64% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 409 | 56 | 62% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 340 | 70 | 77% | 4.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 132 | 64 | 70% | 2.1 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 34 | 5 | 5% | 6.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 20 | 22% | 1.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 21 | 32 | 35% | 0.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 17 | 31 | 34% | 0.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 2% | 4.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1% | 1 |
21 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
3 Registered Nurse
% of Days
99%
4 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
99%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
74%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
71%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
77%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
76%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
64%
1 Administrator
% of Days
62%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
77%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
70%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
5%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
22%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
35%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
34%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
2%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
1%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
39 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
3 residents (7.7%)
Medicaid
30 residents (76.9%)
Private pay or other
6 residents (15.4%)
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.
12.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.9
23% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.6
23% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 20.7
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
28.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
28.2%
48% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 19.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.0%
17% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 19.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
32.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
32.5%
37% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 23.8%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.7%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.7%
52% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 4.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.9%
6% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 4.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
77% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 3.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.6%
68% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 5.1%
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 Kansas averageKansas average: 5.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
44.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
44.4%
162% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 16.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.7%
In line with Kansas averageKansas average: 91.9%
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%
5% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 95.5%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.50
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.50
90% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 1.84
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.11
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.11
44% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 2.16
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
83.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
83.0%
10% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 75.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 2.2%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
18.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
18.6%
19% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 23.0%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
11.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
11.3%
In line with Kansas averageKansas average: 11.7%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
5.1%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
5.1%
566% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
46.7%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
46.7%
13% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
51.4%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
51.4%
In line with Kansas averageKansas average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Wheatland Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
49.6%
↓ 0.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
$302.4K
↓ ~$51.9K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$2.1M
↑ ~$194.1K vs 2022
Profit Margin
8.6%
↓ 2.1pp vs 2022
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