Brookestone Gardens
2615 West 11th Street · Kearney, NE · 68845 · 3082360211
54 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Vetter Senior Living
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.98 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.20 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.25 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 31% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 16, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 16, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 16, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 16, 2025
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F December 16, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E December 16, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected December 2, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 2, 2024 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 285305 · certified since August 21, 2019. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.