Worth Considering
6
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Omaha, Nebraska
6 of 21 nursing homes in Omaha (29%) meet our strict criteria. The Nebraska statewide average is 29%.
6 recommended · 6 caution · 9 avoid · data
City Average
2.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
2,610
across 21 facilities
High Risk Facilities
9
8 Grade F
$783,139 in combined fines
Zero Fines
13
/21
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 6?
The nursing home market in Omaha, Nebraska, is strong, with 29% of the 21 facilities recommended for quality care. Families should be aware that while Newport House stands out with a 5-star rating, nine facilities have accumulated a total of $783,139 in fines, indicating potential concerns.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Newport House (93) — Newport House boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a stellar CMS 5★ rating with zero fines. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive the highest quality support in its 96-bed environment.
- 2 Brookestone Village (93) — Brookestone Village shines with a perfect Trust Score of 93/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to exceptional care. This non-profit facility provides a community-oriented approach within its spacious 140-bed setting, ensuring comfort and support for all residents.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 Rose Blumkin Jewish Home (85) — Rose Blumkin Jewish Home stands out with a solid Trust Score of 85/100 and a 5★ CMS rating, demonstrating its dedication to quality care. As a non-profit, it focuses on community values, offering 105 beds in a nurturing environment for its residents.
- 4 Ambassador Health of Omaha (83) — Ambassador Health of Omaha offers a Trust Score of 83/100 and a respectable CMS 4★ rating, ensuring quality care for its 146 residents. While for-profit, the facility maintains a strong commitment to health standards, providing a supportive atmosphere.
- 5 The Lighthouse at Lakeside Village (80) — The Lighthouse at Lakeside Village scores a Trust Score of 80/100 and holds a CMS 4★ rating, indicating a solid level of care. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on creating a welcoming community for its 54 residents, fostering a sense of belonging.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 6 Good Samaritan Society - Millard (75) — Good Samaritan Society - Millard features a Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, emphasizing reliable care for its 106 residents. This non-profit facility is dedicated to serving the community, ensuring that residents feel valued and supported.
The other 15 Omaha facilities didn't qualify — 9 carry Grade D or F ratings and 8 have fines totaling $783K.
Recommended
Newport House boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a stellar CMS 5★ rating with zero fines. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive the highest quality support in its 96-bed environment.
Brookestone Village shines with a perfect Trust Score of 93/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to exceptional care. This non-profit facility provides a community-oriented approach within its spacious 140-bed setting, ensuring comfort and support for all residents.
Rose Blumkin Jewish Home stands out with a solid Trust Score of 85/100 and a 5★ CMS rating, demonstrating its dedication to quality care. As a non-profit, it focuses on community values, offering 105 beds in a nurturing environment for its residents.
Ambassador Health of Omaha offers a Trust Score of 83/100 and a respectable CMS 4★ rating, ensuring quality care for its 146 residents. While for-profit, the facility maintains a strong commitment to health standards, providing a supportive atmosphere.
The Lighthouse at Lakeside Village scores a Trust Score of 80/100 and holds a CMS 4★ rating, indicating a solid level of care. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on creating a welcoming community for its 54 residents, fostering a sense of belonging.
Good Samaritan Society - Millard features a Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, emphasizing reliable care for its 106 residents. This non-profit facility is dedicated to serving the community, ensuring that residents feel valued and supported.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Omaha Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 15?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 8 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 8 Have fines totaling $783,139
- Low-scoring facilities
- 7 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 6 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Omaha Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Omaha's city average is 2.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
8 of 21 Omaha facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Omaha avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Omaha facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Omaha, NE are recommended?
6 of 21 nursing homes in Omaha (29%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Omaha "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Omaha?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.