Trey Cain
Apr 2026
This facility consistently exceeds expectations. The staff is dedicated and frequently goes above and beyond to ensure everyone here is well-supported and cared for.
1 / 6Quick Facts
- Total units
- 145
- Medicare rating
- 3 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 145
- Inspections
- View history (62 citations)
- Physician coverage
- In-house physician weekdays, on-call weekends
- Therapy continuity
- Same therapist team throughout a resident's stay
- Staff tenure
- Some staff employed over three decades
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
The Good
- Physician on-site weekdays, on-call weekends
- Same in-house therapy team throughout a resident's stay
- Staff members with over three decades of tenure
- Private rooms and outdoor patio areas
- Rehab covers orthopedic, cardiac, stroke and wound care
The Bad
- No published pricing information available
- No reviews provided, so care experiences are unverified
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is a senior living community in Columbus, Nebraska offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 55 reviews.
About Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility serving the greater Columbus region in Nebraska. The community provides comprehensive rehabilitation and medical care with an emphasis on restoring residents' vitality and independence through personalized treatment plans.
The facility offers in-house rehabilitation programs tailored to individual needs, including care for patients recovering from joint replacement surgery, stroke, cardiac incidents, and other illnesses. Physical, occupational, and speech therapists work alongside rehabilitative nursing, social services, and dietary teams to support recovery. The in-house therapy department allows residents to work with the same team of well-trained therapists throughout their stay.
Medical services include 24/7 specialized attention, with a physician present in-house throughout the week and on-call during weekends. The nursing staff is trained in both medical management and rehabilitation, facilitating smooth transitions from hospital to home care. Services encompass short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiac recovery, wound healing, and skilled nursing.
The community features spacious private rooms, gourmet dining with personalized menus, and beautiful patio areas for outdoor enjoyment. Staff members include dedicated healthcare professionals, some of whom have worked at the facility for more than three decades. Each resident receives an individualized plan of care that identifies their special medical and physical needs while building on their existing strengths.
Types of Care at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Security
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus
3.9overall · 55 ratings combined
3.9★ on Google (55)
Tiana Schaf
Apr 2026
The dietary department is a bunch of awesome girls. And the nursing department are always cheerful
Patty Sanchez
Apr 2026
My mom absolutely loves the therapy ladies. And always has nice things to say about the nurses.. happy cheerful environment for my loved one
Jodi Marsaw
Apr 2026
The entire staff at Emerald are excellent excellent care excellent service they're all very friendly made me feel like I was at home very attentive I can't say enough about the entire staff including the PT and OT girls were great everyone here at Emerald are great you did a terrific job if there were 10 Stars I would be giving 10 Stars I will highly recommend Emerald to any of my friends or family that need to go to a rehab emeralds the place to go I want to thank everyone for taking such good care of me I so appreciate the service and the care that I've received 👍
chris badje
Nov 2025
Spent about 3 months there ,I felt God sent. I made so many friends with the other residents. First I will say the office staff seemed to be right on their game. The therapists were very good. The nursing staff had some great ones, it was just hard to digest the lack of treatment by some of them and their CNA's . From my acute view many of these want to be CNA's are being trained by the ones I feel are really lacking. I'm going to say it should be to help US not just to have a paycheck. God bless those who have had to see the same tendencies. We all need to FORGIVE,however as the photo states NONE of GOD'S Children R4Sale at any age!!!
Government Inspection History
9 inspection visits in the last three years, 62 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
May 28, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
Apr 29, 2026Health Complaint3 citations
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
Aug 21, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard26 citations
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 12, 2025
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 9, 2025
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 12, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 12, 2025
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 12, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 12, 2025
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 12, 2025
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 12, 2025
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 9, 2025
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 15, 2025
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 3, 2025
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 12, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2025
Oct 28, 2024Fire Safety Complaint3 citations
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 11, 2024
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 11, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 11, 2024
Aug 14, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 17, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 17, 2024
Jul 18, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard16 citations
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
May 1, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 21, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 21, 2024
Oct 4, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 10, 2023
Aug 17, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard8 citations
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 20, 2023
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 20, 2023
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 20, 2023
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 20, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 8, 2023
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 8, 2023
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 20, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 8, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus offer?
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus located?
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is located at 2855 40th Avenue in Columbus, Nebraska.
How did Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus do on recent health and safety inspections?
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus had 9 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 62 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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