nursing home in Nebraska City, NE
The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC
1800 14th Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410 · (402) 873-6650
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC at a glance
The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC is a 71-bed for-profit nursing home in Nebraska City, Nebraska (Otoe County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Nebraska average of 2.8.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 14, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Nebraska average is 7.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.9% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 71
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Ambassador Health
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Otoe County
- CMS Certification Number
- 285126
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.39 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.63 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.19 hrs | 2.64 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.81 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.9% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.3% | 44.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 11 | 57.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $11,975 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 71 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 45 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 63% | 73% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 7.5% | 4.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.8% | 4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16% | 20.7% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.5% | 2.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20% | 19% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.3% | 18.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.7% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.6% | 4.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 6.4% | 19.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 30.5% | 25.9% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 86.2% | 93% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.2% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 75.9% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.1% | 80.9% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 14, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 14, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 14, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 14, 2026 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 14, 2026 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| March 10, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| March 10, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| October 31, 2024 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 November 22, 2024 |
| October 31, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 31, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 31, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0922 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 31, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 12, 2024 |
| October 31, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 12, 2024 |
| September 6, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 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 September 14, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 14, 2023 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2018 |
| AMBASSADOR HOLDING COMPANY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/1985 |
| FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2025 |
| JUILFS, SALLY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/1983 |
| JUILFS, TIMOTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/1985 |
| JUILFS, TYLER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2024 |
| PAUL ALLEN, LORETTA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2025 |
| THE AMBASSADOR GROUP INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/1981 |
| THOMSON, DEAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2025 |
| JUILFS, SALLY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/1985 |
| JUILFS, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/1985 |
| JUILFS, TYLER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| JUILFS, SALLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/1985 |
| JUILFS, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/1985 |
| JUILFS, TYLER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| AMBASSADOR HOLDING COMPANY Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/1985 |
| JUILFS, SALLY Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/1985 |
| JUILFS, TIMOTHY Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/1985 |
| JUILFS, TYLER Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2024 |
| OSBORN, TAMELA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/25/2016 |
| PAUL ALLEN, LORETTA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2023 |
| SHANHOLTZ, BRENT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| THE AMBASSADOR GROUP INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/1981 |
| THOMSON, DEAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC's rating?
The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Nebraska nursing homes is 2.8 stars.
How many inspection citations did The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Nebraska average of 7.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC 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 The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Ambassador Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC and how do I contact it?
The Ambassador Nebraska City, INC is at 1800 14th Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410. Phone: (402) 873-6650.
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.