The Palm At Regency Square has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 29/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Nebraska. Families considering this South Sioux City facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at The Palm At Regency Square is near the national average, with 3.71 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 33 deficiencies at The Palm At Regency Square, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.71 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.76 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.84 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.11 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.27 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.67 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0684 Severity DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Sep 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0725 Severity EProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Aug 19, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0756 Severity EEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in develoAug 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0552 Severity DEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Aug 19, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0757 Severity DEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Aug 19, 2025 · 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 | 1.8% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 7.6% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 32.2% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.7% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 20.8% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.7% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 26.7% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $33,784
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 29 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -3 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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