nursing home in Superior, NE
Good Samaritan Society - Superior
1710 Idaho Street, Superior, NE 68978 · (402) 879-4791
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Samaritan Society - Superior at a glance
Good Samaritan Society - Superior is a 69-bed non-profit nursing home in Superior, Nebraska (Nuckolls County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Nebraska average of 2.8.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 10, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Nebraska average is 7.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 22.2% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 69
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Good Samaritan Society
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1996
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Nuckolls County
- CMS Certification Number
- 285187
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 3.57 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.38 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.48 hrs | 2.64 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.45 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 22.2% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 69 | 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 | 69 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 32 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 46.1% | 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) | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.6% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.5% | 20.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 21.5% | 19% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.1% | 18.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.8% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.2% | 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) | 10% | 19.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.5% | 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) | 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) | 0% | 2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 86.2% | 80.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 27 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 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 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 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, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Standard | Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 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, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 10, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Fire safety | Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0001 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| June 29, 2023 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 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 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 August 11, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 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 August 11, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUSTAD, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2019 |
| BRESCIANI, DEAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
| HOCKS, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| KOOP, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2020 |
| MELLAND, HELEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2021 |
| NORMAN, LINDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/26/2018 |
| PETERSEN, SCOTT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/09/2018 |
| SCHMITH, DARRELL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2019 |
| FLUIT, JOEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| MIDDLETON, AIMEE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2022 |
| MORRISON, TONY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1991 |
| ROGERS, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
| SCHEMA, NATHAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2019 |
| WOOTEN, SCOTT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2024 |
| THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| MIDDLETON, AIMEE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2022 |
| MORRISON, TONY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1991 |
| WOOTEN, SCOTT Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Samaritan Society - Superior's rating?
Good Samaritan Society - Superior has 2 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 Good Samaritan Society - Superior receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Nebraska average of 7.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Samaritan Society - Superior 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 Good Samaritan Society - Superior?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Good Samaritan Society. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Good Samaritan Society - Superior and how do I contact it?
Good Samaritan Society - Superior is at 1710 Idaho Street, Superior, NE 68978. Phone: (402) 879-4791.
About this data
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