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Highland Park Care Center

1633 Sweetwater, Alliance, NE 69301
Score: 97 / 100

Highland Park Care Center is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Alliance, Nebraska, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 97/100, it ranks in the top 2% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Highland Park Care Center exceed national averages, with 4.76 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.47 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 9 deficiencies at Highland Park Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.76 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.47 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.68 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.61 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.10 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.36 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

9
Total Deficiencies
Aug 5, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 9 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0604 Severity D
    Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
    Aug 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 20, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Aug 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Aug 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0757 Severity D
    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
    Aug 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 1.1% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 6.3% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 10.6% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 2.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 12.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 2.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 26.9% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 97 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
60
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1