Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (60% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 2 - 3 months.
White Pine Care Center is a skilled nursing home that serves Ely and the surrounding Nevada region. The 97-bed facility has been operating for 51 years and is located at 1500 Avenue G. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, offering options for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care.
The home focuses on rehabilitative services and skilled nursing care. Total nurse staffing averages approximately 3 hours and 38 minutes per resident each day; the facility provides consistent hands-on support. The clinical team includes registered nurses, nursing aides, and licensed practical nurses who work all day to support residents’ care needs.
Residents stay for an average of 211 days, including post-acute rehabilitation residents and those on longer-term care paths. The facility’s current occupancy is 38%. This smaller community atmosphere can provide more individualized attention for residents.
State inspections have cited issues involving medication management protocols, care planning documentation, safety system maintenance, and equipment testing procedures. Families interested in the facility should ask how these areas are managed operationally.
The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 37. Some services and errands are within walking distance, but most trips require a vehicle. This setting is best for families with a car, as the neighborhood is generally quieter and less busy than a city center.
In Nevada, the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance performs unannounced onsite surveys to evaluate resident safety and care quality.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NV Average | vs. NV Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 408 | 62 | This facility has 558% more total deficiencies than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (408 vs. NV avg 62).↑ 558% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 22.7 | 3.4 | This facility has 568% more deficiencies per year than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (22.7 vs. NV avg 3.4).↑ 568% worse |
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on May 2025
State average N/A
State average N/A
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
29 of 38 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 9 of 38 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
State average: N/A
State average: N/A
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
636 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 19 | 0 | 19 | 7,231 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,578 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,560 | 92 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,988 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 767 | 84 | 91% | 9.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 2 | 1 | 3 | 715 | 63 | 68% | 10.8 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 522 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 500 | 66 | 72% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 429 | 62 | 67% | 5.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 95 | 12 | 13% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 14 | 15% | 2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 8 | 9% | 2.2 |
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
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.
60% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
35% of new residents, often for short stays.
5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
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.
Historical financial and operational data for White Pine Care Center from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (60% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 2 - 3 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ely's city center to White Pine Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance.
| Delmar Gardens of Green Valley | NH AL HOS IL MC PC SNF | Henderson (Green Valley South) | - | 242 | - | 55 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Highland Village of Elko | NH AL IL | Elko | - | 146 | - | 14 | Private Suites |
| White Pine Care Center | NH AL | Ely | - | 97 | - | 37 | - |
| Highland Village of Fallon | NH AL IL | Fallon | - | 102 | - | 25 | Private Suites |
White Pine Care Center has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to NV state health department records, White Pine Care Center's license number is 1218-SNF-46.
White Pine Care Center's occupancy is 38%.
White Pine Care Center is registered as a for-profit in NV.
White Pine Care Center has 97 beds.
White Pine Care Center is located at 1500 Avenue G, Ely, NV 89301.
(775) 289-8801 will put you in contact with the team at White Pine Care Center.
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