CMS data snapshot: July 2026
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.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Hillcrest Firethorn is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Lincoln, Nebraska with 72 certified beds. It has been operating since 2017. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HILLCREST OPERATING VENTURES, LLC | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | May 9, 2016 |
| SVENDGARD, STACI | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Jul 5, 2023 |
| JANICKI, JAMES | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2024 |
| MULHEARN, KEVIN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 |
| OESTMANN, MATTHEW | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2024 |
| HILLCREST HEALTH SYSTEMS INC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | May 9, 2016 |
| ASWEGE-MEZENBERG, DEBRA | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2023 |
| JANICKI, JAMES | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2024 |
| MULHEARN, KEVIN | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 |
| OESTMANN, MATTHEW | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2024 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Hillcrest Firethorn and nearby alternatives.
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