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Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside

2200 North H Street, Fairbury, NE 68352
Score: 100 / 100

Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Fairbury, Nebraska, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 100/100, it ranks in the top 0% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside exceed national averages, with 4.75 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.87 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside shows a strong inspection record, with just 5 deficiencies noted in recent CMS surveys, none of which were classified as serious.

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 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.75 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.87 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.02 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.87 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.59 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.39 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

5
Total Deficiencies
Jan 7, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 5 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Jan 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0610 Severity D
    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    Jan 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Nov 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Dec 20, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Dec 20, 2023 · Infection Control 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 2.4% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 5.4% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 2.3% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 4.5% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 16.5% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 21.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 100 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: 5★ → 15 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
39
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 12, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1