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Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC

4735 South 54th Street, Lincoln, NE 68516 · Lancaster County

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 58% full — availability is generally good.

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 low federal rating — review the details closely

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lincoln, NE, with 173 certified beds and an average of about 101 residents per day. It operates as part of the Emerald Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.42 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.34 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $37,998 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.42 hrs/resident/day)
  • High staff turnover (65.2%)
  • $37,998 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lincoln options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
173
Avg. residents/day
101
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Emerald Healthcare
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
285049

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,090–$11,220/mo (median $9,360)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lincoln prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.42
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.34
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
65.2%
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)
10
Federal fines
3 ($37,998)
Total penalties
5
Last standard survey
2026-02-11
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (42 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.

2026-02-11Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.

2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2026-02-11Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

2026-02-11Severity C — minimalAdministration Deficiencies

Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.

2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-09-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2024-10-21Fine$26,000
2024-10-21Payment denial
2024-01-02Fine$3,529
2023-12-11Fine$8,469
2023-09-26Payment denial

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Private rooms available

Location

4735 South 54th Street, Lincoln, 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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Common questions about Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC

How much does Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC cost?

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lincoln, NE area typically runs $8,090–$11,220 per month (median $9,360, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC?

Staff provide about 3.42 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC?

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC has 42 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC have availability?

Typically 58% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC offer?

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside LLC in Lincoln, NE offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 173 beds.

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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