nursing home in Wisner, NE
Wisner Care Center
1105 9th Street, Wisner, NE 68791 · (402) 529-3286
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Wisner Care Center at a glance
Wisner Care Center is a 38-bed government nursing home in Wisner, Nebraska (Cuming County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Nebraska average of 2.8.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 8, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Nebraska average is 7.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 51.2% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - City/County
- Beds
- 38
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cuming County
- CMS Certification Number
- 285151
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.83 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.73 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.51 hrs | 2.64 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.02 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 51.2% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 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) | 7 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 31 | 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 | 38 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 33 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.1% | 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) | 9.3% | 4.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10.1% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.7% | 20.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.4% | 2.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.8% | 19% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.3% | 18.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.9% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.7% | 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) | 22.3% | 19.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.4% | 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) | 100% | 93% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.5% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93% | 80.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 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 July 30, 2026 |
| July 8, 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 August 22, 2026 |
| July 8, 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 August 22, 2026 |
| July 8, 2026 Standard | 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 August 22, 2026 |
| July 8, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2026 |
| July 8, 2026 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 August 22, 2026 |
| July 8, 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 August 22, 2026 |
| July 8, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2026 |
| March 4, 2025 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0020 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Fire safety | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| February 13, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2024 |
| February 13, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2024 |
| February 13, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2024 |
| February 13, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 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 March 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 2024 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 March 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 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 March 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 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 March 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 2024 Standard | 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 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 2024 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 March 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| February 13, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF WISNER CITY CLERK TREAS Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/30/1970 |
| CITY OF WISNER CITY CLERK TREAS Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2025 |
| ECKMANN, RHETT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/30/2016 |
| JAMES, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2019 |
| NYMAN, SAMMYE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2025 |
| GOBAR, CATHERINE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2022 |
| JAMES, STEPHANIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2019 |
| MEYER, BARRY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2024 |
| PARKER, LEROY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2022 |
| PHILLIPS, LAUREN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2023 |
| SCHWEERS, ANDREW Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2024 |
| SODEN, TERRY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2022 |
| ECKMANN, RHETT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/30/2016 |
| NYMAN, SAMMYE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2023 |
| URBANEC, SUSAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/31/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wisner Care Center's rating?
Wisner Care Center has 3 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 Wisner Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Nebraska average of 7.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Wisner Care 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 Wisner Care Center?
It is government - city/county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Wisner Care Center and how do I contact it?
Wisner Care Center is at 1105 9th Street, Wisner, NE 68791. Phone: (402) 529-3286.
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.