Nursing Homes in Enterprise, Kansas
Enterprise has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 40 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Kansas's state average of 2.9 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-1.89 vs state
Total Beds
40
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
34 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Enterprise
Enterprise Estates Nursing Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Enterprise
When it comes to nursing home care in Enterprise, KS, families should tread carefully. The standout is Enterprise Estates Nursing Center, but it carries a troubling Grade F, indicating serious deficiencies in care. Overall, the market here is concerning, with no facilities fully meeting acceptable standards for quality care. Families seeking reliable options may want to look toward neighboring cities for better prospects.
Unfortunately, there are no facilities in Enterprise worth recommending. The only option, Enterprise Estates Nursing Center, does not have any positive highlights to mention, and its low grade raises significant red flags. Families are strongly encouraged to explore alternatives in nearby towns such as Abilene or Junction City, where you may find facilities with better ratings and more favorable conditions.
To be clear, you should completely skip Enterprise Estates Nursing Center due to its Grade F and the lack of any clean record over the past three years. With serious issues reported, it’s not a safe choice for your loved ones. When visiting any facility, always ask to see the latest inspection reports and engage with current residents and their families for firsthand accounts of care quality. This will give you a clearer picture of what to expect.
Enterprise at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • City average is below state average—research carefully
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Enterprise is stable
Questions Enterprise Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Enterprise avg is 0.57 hrs (34 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Enterprise facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Enterprise, Kansas
Enterprise, Kansas's Dickinson County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 40 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
Enterprise vs. Kansas: A Concerning Gap
Enterprise nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 1.00 stars trails Kansas's statewide average of 2.89 stars by nearly 1.9 stars—a significant gap that families should take seriously. The below-average performance is somewhat surprising for a major urban area, where competition and workforce availability typically drive higher quality.
Federal inspection data reveals 1 facility classified as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, complaints, or CMS enforcement actions. Only 0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, meaning families should be prepared to look beyond the closest option to find quality care.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Enterprise, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Enterprise
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Enterprise facilities average 0.57 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Enterprise resident receives approximately 34 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Enterprise facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Enterprise has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Enterprise's below-average ratings mean families may benefit from expanding their search to nearby cities. The following Kansas cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Wichita — 22 facilities
- Topeka — 14 facilities
- Overland Park — 13 facilities
- Olathe — 9 facilities
- Salina — 6 facilities
- Kansas City — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Enterprise, Kansas?
Enterprise has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 40 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Kansas's state average of 2.9 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Enterprise?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Enterprise include:
- • Enterprise Estates Nursing Center — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Enterprise nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Enterprise as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Enterprise Nursing Homes
Enterprise has below-average nursing home ratings. Research carefully and consider nearby cities. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.