Chi Health St. Francis
Scout 77Grand Island, NE · 36 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Grand Island.
Est. $7,660–$10,620/mo
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Brookefield Park
1405 Heritage Drive, St Paul, NE 68873 · Howard County
Brookefield Park provides a full range of senior care, services, and living options in St. Paul, Nebraska.
78
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (62 of 70 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in St Paul
Brookefield Park is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in St Paul, NE, with 70 certified beds and an average of about 62 residents per day. It operates as part of the Vetter Senior Living network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.26 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.67 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 25.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.26 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in St Paul for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 70
- Avg. residents/day
- 62
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Vetter Senior Living
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 285226
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,660–$10,620/mo (median $8,860) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Grand Island prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.26
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.67
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 25.7%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 3
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-02-24Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-02-24Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
2025-02-24Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2023-11-30Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
2023-11-30Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
2023-11-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2022-11-08Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2022-11-08Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
Location
1405 Heritage Drive, St Paul, NE
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Brookefield Park
How much does Brookefield Park cost?
Brookefield Park does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the St Paul, NE area typically runs $7,660–$10,620 per month (median $8,860, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Brookefield Park's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Brookefield Park 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Brookefield Park?
Staff provide about 4.26 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 25.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Brookefield Park?
Brookefield Park has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Brookefield Park have availability?
Typically 89% full (62 of 70 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Brookefield Park offer?
Brookefield Park in St Paul, NE offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 70 beds.
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