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Heritage of Emerson

607 Nebraska Street, Emerson, NE 68733 · Dakota County

Heritage of Emerson provides comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Emerson, NE

5.0CMS overall rating(402) 695-2683 Visit website ↗

Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 89% full (34 of 38 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

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One of Emerson's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Heritage of Emerson is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Emerson, NE, with 38 certified beds and an average of about 34 residents per day. It operates as part of the Vetter Senior Living network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.08 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.02 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.08 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Emerson for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 38
Avg. residents/day: 34
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Vetter Senior Living
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 285222

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	$8,350–$10,460/mo (median $9,150)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sioux City 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: 3.08; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.02; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 41.4%; 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: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-06-05
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.

2025-06-05Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-06-05Severity 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.

2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-06-05Severity D — 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.

2024-06-13Severity E — 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.

2024-06-13Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2023-04-20Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

2023-04-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

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
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

607 Nebraska Street, Emerson, 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 Heritage of Emerson

How much does Heritage of Emerson cost?

Heritage of Emerson does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Emerson, NE area typically runs $8,350–$10,460 per month (median $9,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Heritage of Emerson's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Heritage of Emerson 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Heritage of Emerson?

Staff provide about 3.08 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Heritage of Emerson?

Heritage of Emerson has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Heritage of Emerson have availability?

Typically 89% full (34 of 38 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Heritage of Emerson offer?

Heritage of Emerson in Emerson, NE offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 38 beds.

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