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Elwood Care Center

607 Smith Avenue, Elwood, NE 689373087853302WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.8on Google(26 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
43
certified

How Elwood Care Center Compares in Nebraska

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Nebraska. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
NE average
2.8/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
NE average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
NE average
3.2/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.01 hrs/day
NE average
3.98 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.60 hrs/day
NE average
0.67 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
39.4%
NE average
48.7%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Nebraska average of 2.8/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Nebraska average of 2.8/5.
Staff turnover is 39.4%, lower than the Nebraska average of 48.7%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 12, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 11, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 4 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$8,365/mo
Nebraska median
Private Room
$9,429/mo
Nebraska median
Gosper County 65+
479
25.6% of county
County Population
1,873
Gosper County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Elwood Care Center is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Elwood, Nebraska with 43 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
43
Avg Residents/Day
30.3
Ownership
Government - City
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 1, 1997
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Gosper
Last Inspection
Feb 11, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
9.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (4)

F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Mar 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Mar 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Mar 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.60 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.80 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.60 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.01 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.66 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.10 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
39.4%
RN Turnover
20.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Government - City
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (14)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
THE VILLAGE OF ELWOOD, NEBRASKA5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Dec 1, 1972
HOLL, KENTMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJun 1, 2025
KOENIG, BETTYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/ADec 1, 2001
MARTIN, THOMASMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015
NELSON, MARYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AOct 1, 2016
RATH, STEVENMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJan 1, 2021
SCOVILLE, KIMMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJan 1, 2020
THE VILLAGE OF ELWOOD, NEBRASKAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ADec 1, 1972
MARTIN, THOMASOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 1, 1972
REINERS, KATEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 8, 2008
SMITH, SHANEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 1, 2017
THE VILLAGE OF ELWOOD, NEBRASKAADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ADec 1, 1972
REINERS, KATEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 8, 2008
SMITH, SHANEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 1, 2017

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Elwood Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Nebraska facilities
Elwood Care Center
Elwood, NECurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Bertrand Nursing Home
Bertrand, NE12.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Cozad
Cozad, NE20.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Christian Homes Health Care Center
Holdrege, NE25.9 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Holdrege Memorial Homes, Inc
Holdrege, NE28.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Hilltop Estates
Gothenburg, NE28.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Beaver City Manor
Beaver City, NE31.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Elwood Care Center
Elwood, NE · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Bertrand Nursing Home
Bertrand, NE
12.8 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Cozad
Cozad, NE
20.6 mi1/52/51/5None recorded
Christian Homes Health Care Center
Holdrege, NE
25.9 mi1/52/52/5None recorded
Holdrege Memorial Homes, Inc
Holdrege, NE
28.0 mi2/52/53/5None recorded
Hilltop Estates
Gothenburg, NE
28.9 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Beaver City Manor
Beaver City, NE
31.5 mi3/53/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Elwood Care Center?▾
Elwood Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Elwood Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Nebraska is $8,365/month for a semi-private room and $9,429/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Elwood Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Elwood Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Elwood Care Center had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 11, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Elwood Care Center?▾
Elwood Care Center provides 4.01 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours, 0.80 LPN hours, and 2.60 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 39.4%.
How many beds does Elwood Care Center have?▾
Elwood Care Center has 43 certified beds with an average of 30.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 70% occupancy. The facility is Government - City owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Elwood Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Nebraska. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Elwood Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Elwood Care Center has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 26 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.