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Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center

6101 Normal Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68506 · Lancaster County

1.0CMS overall rating(402) 489-7175
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 54% 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

Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lincoln, NE, with 97 certified beds and an average of about 53 residents per day.

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, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.61 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.42 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 78.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • No federal fines on record
  • 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 (3.61 hrs/resident/day)
  • High staff turnover (78.3%)
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
97
Avg. residents/day
53
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
285164

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 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
3.61
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.42
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
78.3%
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
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2024-10-08
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-06-10Severity 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.

2025-06-10Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.

2025-06-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-01-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2025-01-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2025-01-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-10-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-10-08Severity 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.

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

Location

6101 Normal Blvd, 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 Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center

How much does Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center cost?

Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center 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 Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.61 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 78.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center?

Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center have availability?

Typically 54% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center offer?

Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center in Lincoln, NE offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 97 beds.

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogle

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

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