Milwaukee, WI Nursing Home Staffing

All Nursing Homes in Milwaukee

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Milwaukee?

Milwaukee nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.23 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.79 RN HPRD. The Wisconsin state average is 3.98 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Milwaukee?

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 Milwaukee?

Yes — Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin-specific limits and the look-back period.