Eventide Williamsburg
Scout 96Lincoln, NE · 50 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Lincoln's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,090–$11,220/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Gateway Vista
225 North 56th Street, Lincoln, NE 68504 · Lancaster County
Gateway Vista offers a full continuum of care from Medicare-certified skilled nursing care to independent and assisted living in Lincoln, NE.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (72 of 80 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 Lincoln
Gateway Vista is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lincoln, NE, with 80 certified beds and an average of about 72 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.57 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.82 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 71.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,659 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.57 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •High staff turnover (71.5%)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Lincoln, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 80
- Avg. residents/day
- 72
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 285266
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 | $8,090–$11,220/mo (median $9,360) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $3,160–$7,580/mo (median $5,200) | 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.57
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.82
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 71.5%
- 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)
- 4
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,659)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-03
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-23Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.
2025-09-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2025-09-03Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
2025-09-03Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-06-12Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-06-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2024-06-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2024-06-12Severity 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-06-12 | Fine | $8,659 |
| 2024-06-12 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chef-prepared meals
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Library
- ✓ 24-hour staff
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
225 North 56th 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Gateway Vista
How much does Gateway Vista cost?
Gateway Vista 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 Gateway Vista's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Gateway Vista 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Gateway Vista?
Staff provide about 4.57 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 71.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Gateway Vista?
Gateway Vista has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Gateway Vista have availability?
Typically 89% full (72 of 80 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Gateway Vista offer?
Gateway Vista in Lincoln, NE offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 80 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Your next steps — this week
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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