nursing home in Scottsbluff, NE
Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center
2100 Circle Drive, Scottsbluff, NE 69361 · (308) 632-4342
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center at a glance
Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center is a 66-bed non-profit nursing home in Scottsbluff, Nebraska (Scott Bluff County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Nebraska average of 2.8.
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 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 8, 2025) found 16 health citations. The Nebraska average is 7.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 65.8% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 66
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 20, 2006
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Scott Bluff County
- CMS Certification Number
- 285271
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) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 3.88 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.34 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.63 hrs | 2.64 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.27 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 65.8% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 91.7% | 44.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 16 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 120 | 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) | 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 | 66 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 55 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83% | 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) | 3.6% | 4.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.9% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.6% | 20.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.9% | 2.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 4.3% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 24.3% | 19% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15% | 18.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.3% | 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) | 31.1% | 19.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20% | 25.9% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 77.1% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 93% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.1% | 2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 74.4% | 75.9% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.3% | 80.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 9, 2026 Complaint | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 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 7, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| March 10, 2026 Complaint | 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 April 14, 2026 |
| March 10, 2026 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 April 1, 2026 |
| May 8, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | 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 June 20, 2025 |
| May 8, 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 June 20, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0940 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 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 June 20, 2025 |
| May 8, 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 June 20, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 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 June 20, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| May 8, 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 June 20, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Complaint | 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 February 4, 2025 |
| January 15, 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 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 4, 2025 |
| June 18, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 2024 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 2024 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 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 August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 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 August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| June 18, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| May 1, 2023 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 June 15, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2023 |
| May 1, 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 June 30, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 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 June 30, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 1, 2023 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 June 30, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GARDNER, JANET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| HOLCOMB, TODD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2012 |
| JOHNSON, KEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2010 |
| MILLER, MAX Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2010 |
| RUSSEL, CONNIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| SELVEY, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| WOHLERS, SHARYN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| WURST, FRED Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2010 |
| WOHLERS, SHARYN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| NORTHFIELD RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/1970 |
| BEWLEY, GWENDOLYN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/20/2007 |
| DABNEY, VALERIE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2017 |
| JOHNSON, WILLIAM Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2013 |
| RAMIREZ, SHELLEY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center's rating?
Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center 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 Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 16 citations, compared with a Nebraska average of 7.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Northfield Retirement Communities 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 Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center and how do I contact it?
Northfield Retirement Communities Care Center is at 2100 Circle Drive, Scottsbluff, NE 69361. Phone: (308) 632-4342.
About this data
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