What is the average nursing home staffing level in Lincoln?

Lincoln nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.68 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.81 RN HPRD. The Nebraska state average is 3.78 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Lincoln?

Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.

Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Lincoln?

Yes — Nebraska Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Nebraska-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Lincoln, NE Nursing Home Staffing

13 facilities · City avg 4.68 HPRD · 2 rated 5 stars

Facilities

4.68

Avg Total HPRD

0.81

Avg RN HPRD

2/13

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Nebraska avg 3.78 total HPRD / 0.68 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Lincoln

Sorted by CMS overall star rating. Click any facility for full staffing charts and penalty history.

Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center

Lincoln, NE · Non profit

5★

5★

4.72

0.59

Eventide Williamsburg

Lincoln, NE · Non profit

5★

5★

5.89

1.33

Sumner Place

Lincoln, NE · Non profit

4★

4★

4.14

0.61

St. Jane de Chantal

Lincoln, NE · Non profit

4★

5★

7.36

1.83

Hillcrest Firethorn

Lincoln, NE · For profit

4★

3★

3.89

0.47

Ambassador Health of Lincoln

Lincoln, NE · For profit

3★

4★

5.36

1.19

Gateway Vista

Lincoln, NE · For profit

3★

3★

4.69

0.82

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Eastmont

Lincoln, NE · Non profit

2★

1★

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Eventide Lincoln Care Center

Lincoln, NE · Non profit

2★

4★

5.11

0.91

Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center

Lincoln, NE · For profit

2★

1★

3.24

0.28

Heartland Ridge Care Center

Lincoln, NE · For profit

2★

4★

5.12

1.06

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC

Lincoln, NE · For profit

1★

1★

3.23

0.38

⚠ 3 CMS fines on record

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Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster LLC

Lincoln, NE · For profit

1★

1★

3.39

0.26

⚠ 3 CMS fines on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Lincoln?: Lincoln nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.68 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.81 RN HPRD. The Nebraska state average is 3.78 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Lincoln?: Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.
Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Lincoln?: Yes — Nebraska Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Nebraska-specific limits and the look-back period.

Data: CMS Payroll-Based Journal via Care Compare. Updated every 24 hours via ISR.