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Mitchell Care Center is a government - city/county facility in Mitchell, NE with 50 certified beds and a 3-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 20 deficiency records on file.

1723 23rd Street, Mitchell, NE 69357

Phone: 3086231212

Overall Rating

3/5

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

2/5

Long-Stay Quality

2/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
285287
Ownership
Government - City/county
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
50
Residents
46
In Hospital
No
County
Scott Bluff
Last Inspection
Sep 10, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.49 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.79
CNA Hours
2.45
Total Nursing Hours
3.73 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.01
Nursing Turnover
32.6%
RN Turnover
33.3%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Mitchell Care Center

Mitchell Care Center operates 50 certified beds in Mitchell, NE with approximately 46 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (2★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 20 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 3.73 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.49 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Government - City/county" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Mitchell Care Center falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 32.6%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (20 most recent)

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Sep 10, 2025 Tag: 0947

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 25, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 10, 2025 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 25, 2025

C — Widespread - No harm Sep 10, 2025 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 25, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 17, 2025 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 17, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 17, 2025 Tag: 0609

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 17, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 17, 2025 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 17, 2025

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Aug 13, 2024 Tag: 0923

Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 12, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Aug 13, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 12, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Aug 13, 2024 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 12, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 13, 2024 Tag: 0758

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 12, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 13, 2024 Tag: 0756

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 12, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 13, 2024 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 12, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 26, 2023 Tag: 0604

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 10, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 26, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 10, 2023

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Sep 26, 2023 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 10, 2023

C — Widespread - No harm Sep 26, 2023 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 10, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Sep 26, 2023 Tag: 0625

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 10, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 26, 2023 Tag: 0623

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 10, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 26, 2023 Tag: 0585

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 10, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 1, 2023

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 20.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 13.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 4.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 8.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 16.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 1.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 96.7% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 14.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 17.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 98.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 90.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 2.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 12.7% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 18.5% Yes

Penalty History

Date Type Amount
Mar 1, 2023 Fine $3K

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Mitchell Care Center?
Mitchell Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (2★).
What are the staffing levels at Mitchell Care Center?
Mitchell Care Center reports 3.73 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.49 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 32.6%.
How many beds does Mitchell Care Center have?
Mitchell Care Center has 50 certified beds with approximately 46 residents. The facility is located at 1723 23rd Street, Mitchell, NE 69357.
Does Mitchell Care Center have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Mitchell Care Center has 20 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Mitchell Care Center received any fines or penalties?
No, Mitchell Care Center has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Mitchell Care Center?
Mitchell Care Center is classified as "Government - City/county" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Mitchell Care Center last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Mitchell Care Center was on Sep 10, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Mitchell Care Center?
Mitchell Care Center is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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