Hemingford Care Center
605 Donald Avenue · Hemingford, NE · 69348 · 3084873301
39 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.38 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.71 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.04 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 57% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (50 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 2, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 10, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 10, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected January 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected January 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected January 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 10, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected January 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 285306 · certified since December 13, 2022. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.