Eastmont
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Eastmont nursing home received a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and generally recommended for care. It ranks #44 out of 177 facilities in Nebraska, placing it in the top half, and #4 out of 14 in Lancaster County, suggesting only three other local options are better. However, the trend is worsening, with the number of issues increasing from 2 in 2023 to 3 in 2024. Staffing is a concern, rated only 1 out of 5 stars, but the turnover is impressively low at 0%, meaning staff are stable and familiar with residents. Although there are no fines recorded, recent inspections revealed some issues, such as unclean kitchen exhaust hoods that could pose a risk for foodborne illness and failure to provide necessary catheterization and oral care for some residents. These findings highlight both the strengths of stable staff and areas needing improvement in care practices.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Nebraska
- #44/177
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- Turnover data not reported for this facility.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Nebraska facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 66 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Nebraska nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Nebraska's 100 nursing homes, only 0% achieve this.
The Ugly 11 deficiencies on record
Aug 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.18 (C)
Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to en...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.11(E)
Based on observations, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to mai...
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MINOR
(C)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Data
(Tag F0851)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on record review and interview: the facility failed to submit their Payroll Based Journal (PBJ) data for quarter 2 of 2024 as required. This had the potential to affect all resident residing wit...
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Jul 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
LICENSURE REFERENCE NUMBER 175 NAC 12-006.09D
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from unnecessary medications related to medication being given out...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0805
(Tag F0805)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** LICENSURE REFERENCE NUMBER 175 NAC 12-006.11A2
Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to provid...
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May 2022
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09D7
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to transfer 1 (Residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09D6
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to monitor a dialysis access site for Resident 3. The facility census was 16.
Findings are:
Review of Resident 3 diagnosis list in the Elect...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09C
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure straight catheterization (cath)(a soft, thin tube used to pass urine fro...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09D1c
Based on observation, interview, and record review; the facility failed to ensure oral care was completed for 1 (Resident 11) of 2 sampled residents. To...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to identify and monitor target behaviors when a psychotropic medication is used for Resident 2.
Findings are:
Review of Resident 2's Electr...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Nebraska.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Nebraska facilities.
- • 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Eastmont's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Eastmont an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Nebraska, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Eastmont Staffed?
CMS rates Eastmont's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes.
What Have Inspectors Found at Eastmont?
State health inspectors documented 11 deficiencies at Eastmont during 2022 to 2024. These included: 10 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Eastmont?
Eastmont is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 23 certified beds and approximately 15 residents (about 65% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Lincoln, Nebraska.
How Does Eastmont Compare to Other Nebraska Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Nebraska, Eastmont's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.9 and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Eastmont?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is Eastmont Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Eastmont has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Nebraska. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Eastmont Stick Around?
Eastmont has not reported staff turnover data to CMS. Staff turnover matters because consistent caregivers learn residents' individual needs, medications, and preferences. When staff frequently change, this institutional knowledge is lost. Families should ask the facility directly about their staff retention rates and average employee tenure.
Was Eastmont Ever Fined?
Eastmont has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Eastmont on Any Federal Watch List?
Eastmont is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.