10 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)
Kearney, NE
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 10 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
3410 Central Avenue, Kearney, NE
(308) 234-1888
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
56
Certified beds
Average residents
50
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Good Samaritan Society
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1996-06-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Chain footprint
89 facilities
Chain averages 3 overall / 3 health / 4 staffing / 3 quality stars
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
Yes
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.55
Registered nurse staffing · state 0.71 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
0.44
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.71 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
2.14
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.76 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
3.12
All reported nurse hours · state 4.17 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
0.98
RN + LPN hours · state 1.41 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
2.64
Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.61 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.27
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.49 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.04
Reported PT staffing · state 0.06 · national 0.07
Adjusted RN hours
0.55
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
3.17
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.35
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
60%
Annual RN turnover · state 46% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
53%
Annual nurse turnover · state 49% · national 46%
SNF VBP
Program rank
12,575
Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.
Performance score
11.61
Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.
Payment multiplier
0.9810
Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.
Program components
Readmission
0
Baseline 19.29% · Performance 21.55% · Measure score 0 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 0
Healthcare-associated infections
3.75
Baseline 7.02% · Performance 6.71% · Measure score 3.75 · Achievement 3.75 · Improvement 1.03
Total nurse turnover
0
Baseline 37.21% · Performance 68.00% · Measure score 0 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 0
Adjusted total nurse staffing
0.90
Baseline 3.50 hours · Performance 3.33 hours · Measure score 0.90 · Achievement 0.90 · Improvement 0
SNF QRP
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | 9.12% |
10.72%
1.6 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 88 · Observed rate 4.55% · Lower 95% interval 6.02% |
| Discharge to community | 35.12% |
50.57%
15.5 pts worse
|
Worse than the National Rate · Eligible stays 79 · Observed rate 30.38% · Lower 95% interval 28.31% |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | 0.87 |
1.02
0.2 pts better
|
|
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | 78.95% |
95.27%
16.3 pts worse
|
Numerator 45 · Denominator 57 |
| Falls with major injury | 1.75% |
0.77%
1 pts worse
|
Numerator 1 · Denominator 57 |
| Discharge self-care score | 67.74% |
53.69%
14 pts better
|
Numerator 21 · Denominator 31 |
| Discharge mobility score | 70.97% |
50.94%
20 pts better
|
Numerator 22 · Denominator 31 |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | 5.26% |
2.29%
3 pts worse
|
Numerator 3 · Denominator 57 · Adjusted rate 6.04% |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | 6.71% |
7.12%
0.4 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 50 · Observed rate 6% · Lower 95% interval 3.9% |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 0% |
8.2%
8.2 pts worse
|
Numerator 0 · Denominator 67 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 82.98% |
42%
41 pts better
|
Numerator 78 · Denominator 94 |
| Discharge function score | 77.42% |
56.45%
21 pts better
|
Numerator 24 · Denominator 31 |
| Transfer of health information to provider | Not Available |
95.95%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 16 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Transfer of health information to patient | 83.33% |
96.28%
13 pts worse
|
Numerator 20 · Denominator 24 |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | 47.83% |
25.2%
22.6 pts better
|
Numerator 11 · Denominator 23 |
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.4 |
1.8
0.4 pts better
|
1.9
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.4 · Observed 1.5 · Expected 2.1 · Used in QM five-star |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.4 |
2.0
1.6 pts better
|
1.8
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.4 · Observed 0.5 · Expected 1.8 · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.3% |
92.8%
6.5 pts better
|
93.4%
5.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 97.1% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 99.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.8% |
96.1%
1.7 pts better
|
95.5%
2.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 97.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 6.8% |
4.5%
2.3 pts worse
|
3.3%
3.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 11.4% · Q2 4.8% · Q3 5.7% · Q4 5.6% · 4Q avg 6.8% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 2.7% |
4.4%
1.7 pts better
|
11.4%
8.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q2 0.0% · Q3 3.3% · Q4 3.6% · 4Q avg 2.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 6.2% |
5.3%
0.9 pts worse
|
5.4%
0.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.1% · Q2 9.7% · Q3 4.3% · Q4 7.4% · 4Q avg 6.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 19.8% |
19.5%
0.3 pts worse
|
19.6%
0.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 12.1% · Q2 9.7% · Q3 24.0% · Q4 37.0% · 4Q avg 19.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 27.5% |
21.6%
5.9 pts worse
|
16.7%
10.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q2 20.0% · Q3 35.0% · Q4 28.6% · 4Q avg 27.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.3%
0.3 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 22.2% |
20.4%
1.8 pts worse
|
16.3%
5.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 22.2% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 16.5% |
19.9%
3.4 pts better
|
14.9%
1.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 28.6% · Q2 20.0% · Q3 4.2% · Q4 11.1% · 4Q avg 16.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 3.4% |
2.9%
0.5 pts worse
|
1.7%
1.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 2.9% · Q2 7.1% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 2.8% · 4Q avg 3.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 28.6% |
26.6%
2 pts worse
|
19.8%
8.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 19.8% · Q2 40.0% · Q3 36.0% · Q4 15.5% · 4Q avg 28.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.3% |
4.3%
2 pts worse
|
5.1%
1.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 7.7% · Q2 4.4% · Q3 5.9% · Q4 7.7% · 4Q avg 6.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 91.4% |
80.5%
10.9 pts better
|
81.7%
9.7 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 92.4% · Q2 98.3% · Q3 90.9% · Q4 85.7% · 4Q avg 91.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 17.8% |
11.6%
6.2 pts worse
|
12.0%
5.8 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 17.8% · Observed 16.7% · Expected 10.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.0% |
2.4%
0.4 pts better
|
1.6%
0.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 2.2% · Q2 2.1% · Q3 2.1% · Q4 1.8% · 4Q avg 2.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 83.3% |
75.9%
7.4 pts better
|
79.7%
3.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 83.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 16.8% |
20.9%
4.1 pts better
|
23.9%
7.1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 16.8% · Observed 14.8% · Expected 21.1% · Used in QM five-star |
Survey summary
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2022-12-31
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2022-12-31
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-12-31
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-12-31
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2022-12-31
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2022-12-31
Inspection history
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2025-08-13
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-08-13
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2025-02-14
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-02-24
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-01-24
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Health
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Corrected 2022-12-30
Penalties and ownership
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
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