RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Lincoln, NE (2026)

Compare all 13 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Lincoln, NE, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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13Nursing Homes in Lincoln
2.8/5
Same as state avgState avg: 2.80Lincoln Avg Rating
$42K+$3K vs state avgState avg: $39KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Eventide Williamsburg

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
50 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Above Nebraska avg of 2.8

6120 South 34th StreetLincoln, NE 68516

(402) 486-8919

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
126 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Nebraska avg of 2.8

9401 Andermatt DriveLincoln, NE 68526

(402) 327-6300

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Sumner Place

Non-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
104 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Above Nebraska avg of 2.8

1750 South 20th StreetLincoln, NE 68502

(402) 475-6791

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

St. Jane De Chantal

Non-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
103 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Nebraska avg of 2.8

2200 South 52nd StreetLincoln, NE 68506

(402) 413-3607

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Hillcrest Firethorn

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
72 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Above Nebraska avg of 2.8

8601 Firethorn LaneLincoln, NE 68520

(531) 739-3500

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62 Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Gateway Vista

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
80 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above Nebraska avg of 2.8

225 North 56th StreetLincoln, NE 68504

(402) 464-6371

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Eastmont

Non-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
23 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below Nebraska avg of 2.8

6315 O StreetLincoln, NE 68510

(402) 489-6591

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
97 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Below Nebraska avg of 2.8

6101 Normal BlvdLincoln, NE 68506

(402) 489-7175

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Ambassador Health Of Lincoln

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
122 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Below Nebraska avg of 2.8

4405 Normal BlvdLincoln, NE 68506

(402) 488-2355

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10No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Heartland Ridge Care Center

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
47 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Below Nebraska avg of 2.8

5431 South 16th StreetLincoln, NE 68512

(531) 739-3200

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11No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Eventide Lincoln Care Center

Non-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
197 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Below Nebraska avg of 2.8

4720 Randolph StreetLincoln, NE 68510

(402) 483-7671

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125 Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside Llc

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
173 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Below Nebraska avg of 2.8

4735 South 54th StreetLincoln, NE 68516

(402) 488-0977

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136 Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, NE

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster Llc

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
293 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2025

Below Nebraska avg of 2.8

1001 South StreetLincoln, NE 68502

(402) 441-7101

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City report

Care landscape in Lincoln

How Lincoln compares with the rest of Nebraska on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+19.2%

    A little lower than the state average of 20.5%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover53.2%

    About 9% higher than the state average of 48.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability10.8%

    About 11% lower than the state average of 12.2%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many facilities were evaluated in Lincoln, NE?

This page evaluates 13 eligible nursing homes in Lincoln, NE and shows the top 13.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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