Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice
401 S 22nd Street, Beatrice, NE 68310 · Gage County · (402) 228-3304
80 certified beds, about 61 residents a day · Non profit - Corporation · Medicare and Medicaid since 1996
Certified for Medicaid Certified for Medicare
Overall
3 of 5
Health inspections
3 of 5
Staffing
4 of 5
Quality measures
3 of 5
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 285203 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on January 27, 2026, inspectors cited 6 health deficiencies (the Nebraska average is 7.4, the national average 9.2).
None of its 14 health citations since October 2023 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.74 hours per resident per day, against 3.98 across Nebraska and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.54 of those hours.
16.1% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Nebraska average 48.7%).
CMS links it to Good Samaritan Society, an affiliated group of 92 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
410/23
409/24
601/26
Potential for minimal harm Potential for more than minimal harm Actual harm Immediate jeopardy Found on a complaint visit
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 14 health citations on file.
Severity
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
0J
0K
0L
Actual harm
0G
0H
0I
Potential for more than minimal harm
9D
2E
3F
Potential for minimal harm
0A
0B
0C
January 27, 2026Standard inspection · 6 citations
- F Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Inspectors wroteThe facility failed to follow the meatloaf recipe during meal preparation, this had the potential to affect all residents that eat food served from the kitchen. The facility census was 60 at the time of the survey. An observation on 01/22/2026 at 11:16 AM revealed Lead [NAME] (LC) beginning to prepare meatloaf to be served the following day. LC removed 20 lbs. (pounds) of ground beef from the walk in refrigerator, applied gloves, removed the ground beef from the outer wrap, removed gloves and washed hands with soap and water. LC then referred to recipe. A record review of the meatloaf recipe with a copyright date of 2025 revealed the ingredients needed to make 70 servings:Liquid eggs: 2 3/4 cups Milk: 1 QT (quart) 3 TBS (tablespoon) Ground beef: 17.5 lbs. Tomato paste 1 lbs. 1 ozGarlic minced 8.5 oz (ounce)Salt 1 Tbs. 1 tsp. (teaspoon)Onion 1 lbs. 1ozBreadcrumbs 2 lbs. Pepper: [...]
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.11(E)Based on observation, interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to maintain and serve foods at a safe and appetizing temperature to prevent the potential for food borne illnesses on unit 1. This had the potential to affect all 16 residents on unit 1 who eat from the kitchen.
- E Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12.007.04(D) Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure the ventilation (the provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.) systems were operational in seven resident bathrooms (rooms 120, 301, 303, 305, 308, 309, and 313) out of 24 resident rooms sampled. The facility census was 60.
- D Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Inspectors wrote175 NAC 12-006.09(G)(i)Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to complete a discharge summary for Resident 67(A) after a medical appointment with a direct admission to the hospital. Resident 69 (B) was transferred to hospital and did not return to facility. This affected 2 out of 2 residents with a closed record review. The facility reported a census of 60.
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09(H)(vi)(3)(g)Based on record reviews, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to obtain a doctor's order for a continuous positive airway pressure machine (CPAP, a bedside device that uses mild air pressure to keep airways open during sleep) for one (Resident 2) of one sampled resident. The facility census at the time of the survey was 60.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.18Based on record reviews, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to follow infection control practices during catheter care for 2 Residents (Resident 4 and Resident 12) out of 2 observed for catheters, and during wound care for 2 Residents (Resident 12 and Resident 19) out of 5 observed for wound care. The facility census was 60.
September 24, 2024Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 4 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 12-006.11E Based on observations, record review and interviews; the facility failed to change gloves and perform hand hygiene for 20 seconds to prevent potential food born illness. This had the potential to affect all 60 residents who served food from the kitchen. The facility identified a census of 60.
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 1-005.06(D) Based on record review, observations, and interviews; the facility failed to change gloves and complete hand hygiene during wound care and catheter care for 2 (Resident 8 and 208) out of 5 sampled residents. The facility census was 60.
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12 006.09(H)(vi)(3)a-i) Based on observation, record reviews and interviews; the facility failed to keep Oxygen tubing nasal cannula (piece of the oxygen tubing which is inserted into the nose to deliver oxygen) off the floor and to date the tubing for 1 (Resident 39) of 1 sampled residents. The facility census was 60. Finds are: Record review of Resident 39's admission Record revealed admission date was 12/4/23. Record review of Resident 39's MDS (Minimum Data Set, a comprehensive assessment of each resident's functional capabilities) dated 8/21/24 revealed BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status, a test used to get a quick snapshot of a resident's cognitive function, scored from 0-15, the higher the score, the higher the cognitive function) of 15. [...]
- D Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.12(A)(i-vi) Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to provide a stop date for the use of as needed antianxiety medication and failed to monitor specific target behaviors for antipsychotic medications and implement non-pharmacological interventions( is a healthcare intervention that doesn't primarily rely on medications) for 4 (Resident 29, 19, 212, and 32) with the sampled size of 5. The facility census was 60.
October 17, 2023Standard inspection · 4 citations
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.04C3a(6) Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to follow physician's orders related to notification of blood sugar results for 1 (Resident 163) of 1 sampled resident. The facility identified a census of 62. Findings Are: A record review of the undated demographic information revealed the facility had admitted Resident 163 on 9/18/23 with a primary diagnoses of unspecified intracapsular fracture of the left femur (thigh bone) and unspecified Dementia. [...]
- D Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09D8b Based on record review and interview; the facility failed to provide bathing weekly for 1 (Resident 4) of 2 sampled residents. The facility identified a census of 62.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.09D2b Based on observation, record review and interview; the facility staff failed to document consistent assessment of characteristics or wound measurements which affected 1 (Resident 40) of 1 sampled resident for pressure ulcer. The facility had a census of 62.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteLicensure Reference Number 175 NAC 12-006.17d Based on observations, record review and interview; the facility staff failed to provide handwashing to prevent cross contamination before medication administration for 1 (Resident 6) of 1 sampled resident. The facility census was 62.
Fire safety inspections
15 fire safety citations on file: 6 on January 27, 2026, 5 on September 24, 2024, 4 on October 17, 2023.
Every fire safety citation15 citations
- F Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- F Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
- E Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- E Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- E Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- E Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
- F Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- F Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- F Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
- E Meet requirements for outpatient facilities located next to inpatient facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
- E Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- F Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- E Meet other general requirements.
- E Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- E Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Nebraska | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.74 | 3.98 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.54 | 0.67 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.24 | 3.48 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.99 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 1.21 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 16.1% | 48.7% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 25.0% | 44.1% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 3.61 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.95 on weekdays and 3.24 on weekends, 18% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.2% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.87 in April to June 2025 to 3.74 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.74 | 0.54 | 3.95 | 3.24 | 0.2% | 0 of 90 | 61 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.66 | 0.50 | 3.88 | 3.10 | 0.1% | 0 of 92 | 64 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.76 | 0.52 | 3.99 | 3.15 | 0.3% | 0 of 92 | 60 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.87 | 0.57 | 4.08 | 3.34 | 0.3% | 0 of 91 | 59 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Nebraska, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.01 | 0.66 | 4.21 | 3.53 | 7.1% | 1.6% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Nebraska | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 12.3 | 19.0 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.4 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.2 | 2.8 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.6 | 4.5 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 15.9 | 18.2 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 8.3 | 4.0 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 22.9 | 20.7 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 10.0 | 20.7 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 5.7 | 11.4 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.2 | 1.8 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.7 | 1.9 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY. CMS links this home to Good Samaritan Society, a group of 92 nursing homes averaging 3.1 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| Brown, George | Corporate director | Individual | 01/01/2025 | |
| Dykhouse, Dana | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Engbrecht, Wesley | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Gassen, William | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Gulsvig, Neil | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Herseth Sandlin, Stephanie | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Lundeen, Mark | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| McCausland, Maureen | Corporate director | Individual | 01/01/2025 | |
| Molbert, Lauris | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| North, Andrew | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Schieffer, Kevin | Corporate director | Individual | 01/01/2025 | |
| Shulkin, David | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Teiken, Brent | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Ventling-Herrmann, Marnie | Corporate director | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Wenzel, Thomas | Corporate director | Individual | 01/01/2025 | |
| Fluit, Joel | Corporate officer | Individual | 10/01/2022 | |
| Gassen, William | Corporate officer | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Middleton, Aimee | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/27/2022 | |
| Olson, Nicholas | Corporate officer | Individual | 04/08/2024 | |
| Schema, Nathan | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/01/2022 | |
| Dtn Staffing Inc | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 08/02/2024 | |
| Focusone Solutions | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 03/04/2024 | |
| Grape Tree Medical Staffing LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 04/03/2018 | |
| Sanford | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 01/01/2019 | |
| The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 01/01/2019 | |
| Adams, Correne | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 01/08/2012 | |
| Dayton, Elizabeth | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/01/2018 | |
| Middleton, Aimee | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 01/27/2022 | |
| Morrison, Tony | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 01/01/2019 | |
| Sandgren, Deeandra | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 07/16/2023 | |
| Fluit, Joel | Individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any ADP of the SNF | Individual | 11/13/2025 | |
| Dtn Staffing Inc | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 08/02/2024 | |
| Focusone Solutions | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 10/27/2025 | |
| Grape Tree Medical Staffing LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 04/13/2018 | |
| Pharmerica Corporation | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 02/01/2025 | |
| Sanford | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 01/01/2019 | |
| The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 01/01/2019 | |
| Adams, Correne | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/08/2012 | |
| Brown, George | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2025 | |
| Dayton, Elizabeth | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/01/2018 | |
| Dykhouse, Dana | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Engbrecht, Wesley | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Fluit, Joel | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/01/2022 | |
| Gassen, William | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Gulsvig, Neil | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Herseth Sandlin, Stephanie | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Lundeen, Mark | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| McCausland, Maureen | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2025 | |
| Middleton, Aimee | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/27/2022 | |
| Molbert, Lauris | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Morrison, Tony | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2019 | |
| North, Andrew | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Olson, Nicholas | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 04/08/2024 | |
| Sandgren, Deeandra | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 07/16/2023 | |
| Schema, Nathan | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2022 | |
| Schieffer, Kevin | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2025 | |
| Shulkin, David | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Teiken, Brent | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Ventling-Herrmann, Marnie | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/30/2024 | |
| Wenzel, Thomas | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2025 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on January 27, 2026: "Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed."
- Can we see a week of menus and the kitchen, and how are special diets handled?Inspectors cited 3 problems in this area, most recently on January 27, 2026: "Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 3 problems in this area, most recently on January 27, 2026: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on January 27, 2026: "Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 3.24 hours per resident per day, below the Nebraska average of 3.48.
Other nursing homes nearby
- Beatrice Health and Rehabilitation Beatrice, 1.2 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 10 citations
- Gold Crest Retirement Center Adams, 16.9 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 12 citations
- Wilber Care Center Wilber, 19.9 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 14 citations
- Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside Fairbury, 24.9 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 5 citations
- Heritage Care Center Fairbury, 24.9 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 11 citations
Nebraska contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Nebraska. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Licensure Unit, Long Term Care Facilities, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Nebraska Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, (800) 942-7830. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
Common questions
- What is Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice get at its last inspection?
- 6 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on January 27, 2026. The Nebraska average is 7.4.
- Has Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice?
- CMS lists 62 owners and managers, and links the home to Good Samaritan Society. Legal business name: THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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