Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lakeview
1405 West Hwy 34 · Grand Island, NE · 68801 · 3083826397
95 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Emerald Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.68 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.39 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 39% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $20,655 |
Inspection citations (23 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J January 29, 2026
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
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.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F January 29, 2026
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E December 5, 2024
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.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024
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.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 5, 2024
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.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 5, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 2, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E November 2, 2023 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 2, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 2, 2023 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 5, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected August 11, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| January 29, 2026 | Fine | $20,655 |
| January 29, 2026 | Payment Denial | 15 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 285106 · certified since June 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.