nursing home in Eureka, KS

Eureka Nursing Center

1020 N School Street, Eureka, KS 67045 · (620) 583-7418

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★2

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Eureka Nursing Center at a glance

Eureka Nursing Center is a 65-bed for-profit nursing home in Eureka, Kansas (Greenwood County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Kansas average of 3.1.

Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.1 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 15, 2026) found 11 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.

Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $23,865.

Nursing staff turnover is 50.9% per year (state average 48.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
65
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Americare Senior Living
Medicare-certified since
February 25, 1994
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Greenwood County
CMS Certification Number
175287

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.5 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.2 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53.1 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.4 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.94 hrsKansas average4.07 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.94 hrs4.07 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.30 hrs0.71 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.72 hrs2.70 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.45 hrs3.60 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50.9%48.1%45.8%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility11Kansas average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1199Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)033Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)101.583.480.6Worse

Penalties

This facility3Kansas average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)311Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$23,865$20,430$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)311Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds6561107
Average residents per day485186
Occupancy73.4%82.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.6%Kansas average4.3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)4.6%4.3%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)7.5%4.4%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)24.5%18.1%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%2.9%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)3.2%1.6%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)25.3%17.9%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)26.9%16.2%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)8.1%4.9%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)3.9%6.5%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)22.6%23.2%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)21%22.6%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%95.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%92.1%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Kansas average1.9%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0%1.9%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)92.6%76.1%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 34 health deficiencies and 26 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 15, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 16, 2026
April 15, 2026
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.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 16, 2026
April 15, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 16, 2026
April 15, 2026
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 16, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 15, 2026
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected May 25, 2026
November 5, 2024
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected November 6, 2024
November 5, 2024
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected November 6, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 21, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Complaint
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Complaint
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 30, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 30, 2024
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
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.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 25, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 23, 2023
November 21, 2022
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 29, 2022
November 21, 2022
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2022
November 21, 2022
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2022
November 21, 2022
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2022
November 21, 2022
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2022
November 21, 2022
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2022
November 21, 2022
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2022
November 21, 2022
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2022
November 21, 2022
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2022
November 21, 2022
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 29, 2022

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $15,675 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
November 5, 2024Fine$7,485
July 11, 2024Fine$8,190

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
R H MONTGOMERY PROPERTIES, INC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%06/01/2008
MONTGOMERY, ANNA
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest50%01/01/2013
MONTGOMERY, RICHARD
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest50%01/01/2013
SCHADE, KYLE
Individual
contracted managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2021
REIKER, JAMES
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2008
SCHADE, KYLE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2021
AMERICARE SYSTEMS, INC.
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2008
CROSSON, CLAY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/07/2008
HATLESTAD, STEVEN
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE11/11/2014
SIGNHATEH, JOLENE
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2021

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Frequently asked questions

What is Eureka Nursing Center's rating?

Eureka Nursing Center has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kansas nursing homes is 3.1 stars.

How many inspection citations did Eureka Nursing Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Eureka Nursing Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Eureka Nursing Center?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Americare Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Eureka Nursing Center and how do I contact it?

Eureka Nursing Center is at 1020 N School Street, Eureka, KS 67045. Phone: (620) 583-7418.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.