Brookestone of Papillion
Scout 97Papillion, NE · 110 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Papillion's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,120–$11,260/mo
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Douglas County Health Center
4102 Woolworth Avenue, Omaha, NE 68105 · Douglas County
69
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (231 of 254 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Omaha
Douglas County Health Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Omaha, NE, with 254 certified beds and an average of about 231 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.77 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.89 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 16.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.77 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
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •16 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Omaha, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 254
- Avg. residents/day
- 231
- Ownership
- Government - City/county
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 285019
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,120–$11,260/mo (median $9,400) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Omaha 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
- 4.77
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.89
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 16.7%
- 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)
- 16
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-13
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (33 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-10-30Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2025-10-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2025-05-13Severity 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.
2025-05-13Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-05-13Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
2025-05-13Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-05-13Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-05-13Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-30 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
4102 Woolworth Avenue, Omaha, NE
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Douglas County Health Center
How much does Douglas County Health Center cost?
Douglas County Health Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Omaha, NE area typically runs $8,120–$11,260 per month (median $9,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Douglas County Health Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Douglas County Health Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Douglas County Health Center?
Staff provide about 4.77 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 16.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Douglas County Health Center?
Douglas County Health Center has 33 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Douglas County Health Center have availability?
Typically 91% full (231 of 254 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Douglas County Health Center offer?
Douglas County Health Center in Omaha, NE offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 254 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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