Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #31 out of 177 facilities in Nebraska, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among 14 local facilities in Lancaster County. The facility is improving, having reduced its issues from 5 in 2023 to none in the following year, and has a strong staffing rating with only a 34% turnover, which is better than the state average. However, there have been concerns, such as the improper maintenance of food safety protocols and unsecured medication carts, which could pose risks to residents. On a positive note, the center has not incurred any fines, and it offers more RN coverage than many facilities, which helps ensure better patient care.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Nebraska
- #31/177
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 34% turnover. Near Nebraska's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Nebraska facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 36 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Nebraska. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 15 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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4-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
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Staff turnover below average (34%)
14 points below Nebraska average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
12pts below Nebraska avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 15 deficiencies on record
Aug 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.17D
Based on observation, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that staff performed hand hygiene (sanitizing)using hand sanitizer or w...
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Jan 2023
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** LICENSURE REFERENCE NUMBER 175 NAC 12-006.09D2b
Based on observations, record review and interview; the facility staff failed to...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0697
(Tag F0697)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** LICENSURE REFERENCE NUMBER 175 NAC 12-006.09
Based on observations, record review and interview; the facility staff failed to im...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0760
(Tag F0760)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
LICENSURE REFERENCE NUMBER 175 NAC 12-006.10D
Based on observations record review and interview; the facility staff failed to ensure 1(Resident 2) of 12 sampled residents were free of significant medi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006
Based on observation and interview; the facility failed to ensure that the medication ...
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May 2022
10 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Licensure Reference 175 NAC 12-006.04C3a(6)
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to notify the physician of a 17.27 % weight loss for Resident 44. This affected 1 of 1 residents ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Licensure Reference 175 NAC 12-006.09B
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the Minimum Data Set ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09C
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to include CPAP/BiLevel (a device used to deliver positive air pressure to a resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Licensure Reference 175 NAC 12-006.09D3(5)
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to prevent constipation for 1 resident (82) out of 1 sampled for constipation. The facility census...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Licensure reference 175 NAC 12-006.09D5
Based on record review, interviews, and observations, the facility failed to implement a toileting program on 1 (Resident 74) of 1 sampled resident. The facilit...
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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
Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09D6(5,6,7)
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure Resident's 6, 33, 61, and 107 respiratory supplies were cleaned ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0697
(Tag F0697)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
LICENSURE REFERENCE NUMBER 175 NAC 12-006.09
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to monitor pain levels and the effectiveness of routine pain medications for Resident 3 and 268. ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12.006.11D
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure that the puree (cooked food that has been ground, pressed, or blended to the consistency...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Licensure reference 175 NAC 12-006.12E7
Based on observation and interviews, the facility failed to ensure potentially expired a...
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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
Licensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.11C
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the ovens, ranges, utensils, and backsplashes had been maintained in a c...
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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+ (85/100). 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.
- • 34% turnover. Below Nebraska's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 15 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much 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 Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center Staffed?
CMS rates Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 34%, compared to the Nebraska average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center?
State health inspectors documented 15 deficiencies at Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center during 2022 to 2023. These included: 15 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center?
Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by VETTER SENIOR LIVING, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 126 certified beds and approximately 118 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in Lincoln, Nebraska.
How Does Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center Compare to Other Nebraska Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Nebraska, Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (34%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?"
Is Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center 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 5-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 Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center Stick Around?
Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center has a staff turnover rate of 34%, which is about average for Nebraska nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center Ever Fined?
Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center 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 Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center on Any Federal Watch List?
Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center 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.