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Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

Average3-Star CMS Rating

2855 40th Avenue, Columbus, NE 68601

145 Beds
Medicare Since 1989

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2855 40th Avenue
Columbus, NE 68601

About Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

Nursing home overview and details

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is a for-profit nursing home in Columbus, NE, serving Platte County and the surrounding community. The facility has 145 certified beds with an average daily census of 72.3 residents.

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1989, bringing 37 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with EMERALD HEALTHCARE, which provides administrative support and oversight.

The facility holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Columbus, NE, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating3/5 Stars
Certified Beds145
Avg. Residents/Day72.3
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyPlatte
Affiliated Doctors1

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. This composite rating helps families compare nursing homes when evaluating care options.

Health Inspection

Average

Quality Measures

Below Average

Staffing

Below Average

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus provides 3.74 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.35 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 69.7%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 50.0%. Weekend staffing averages 3.50 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.35
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.74
Total Nurse Turnover Rate69.7%
RN Turnover Rate50.0%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.50

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus has 1 total penalties on record. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Total Penalties1

Doctors at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

1 affiliated physicians

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About Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus

What is the CMS rating for Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus?

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus have?

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus has 145 certified beds with an average daily census of 72.3 residents.

What type of facility is Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus?

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Platte County in Columbus, NE.

How many doctors practice at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus?

1 physicians are affiliated with Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus have any safety concerns?

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·