nursing home in Aurora, NE
Westfield Quality Care of Aurora
1313 1st Street, Aurora, NE 68818 · (402) 694-2128
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Westfield Quality Care of Aurora at a glance
Westfield Quality Care of Aurora is a 64-bed for-profit nursing home in Aurora, Nebraska (Hamilton County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Nebraska average of 2.8.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 7, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Nebraska average is 7.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $41,980.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 64
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 2005
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Hamilton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 285263
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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 |
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) | 116.8 | 57.3 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $41,980 | $11,975 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 64 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 53 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.1% | 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) | 5.6% | 4.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.9% | 4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 30.9% | 20.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.7% | 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) | 9.7% | 19% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11% | 18.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.7% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.5% | 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) | 32.8% | 19.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.5% | 25.9% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 93% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87% | 75.9% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.8% | 80.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 26 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 4, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 8, 2026 |
| April 7, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 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 May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 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 May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 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 May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Complaint | Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0844 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 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 May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 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 May 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 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 26, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 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 May 26, 2025 |
| April 15, 2024 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 May 10, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 9, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 15, 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 May 10, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2023 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2023 |
| April 11, 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 May 4, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 4, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 4, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 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 26, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 Standard | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0885 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 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 26, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| April 11, 2023 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 May 26, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $41,980 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 15, 2024 | Fine | $41,980 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDERSON, DOUGLAS Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| HERMANSEN, LANCE Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| KAUFFMAN INVESTMENTS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| KELLER, DUANE Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| KRAJICEK, STEPHEN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| MOYER, SAM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| MRS ENTERPRISES LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| OCHSNER JJJ LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| OHLSON, CORY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| QUALITY CARE SOLUTIONS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| UDEN, GENE Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| VANDERHEIDEN, JAMES Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| HERITAGE BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| GROSHANS, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| PENNER, KIRK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| HERITAGE BANK Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| GROSHANS, HAYLEY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Westfield Quality Care of Aurora's rating?
Westfield Quality Care of Aurora has 1 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 Westfield Quality Care of Aurora 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 Westfield Quality Care of Aurora 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 Westfield Quality Care of Aurora?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Westfield Quality Care of Aurora and how do I contact it?
Westfield Quality Care of Aurora is at 1313 1st Street, Aurora, NE 68818. Phone: (402) 694-2128.
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.