CMS PUBLIC RECORD · AUGUST 2026 RELEASERECORDS ARE ONE INPUT—NOT A PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATION
NURSING HOMELEDGERINSPECTIONS · OWNERSHIP · PENALTIES
CMS CCN 2852632026-08-01 PROCESSING DATE

NURSING HOME PUBLIC RECORD

Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora

1313 1St Street · Aurora, NE 68818 · Hamilton County

CMS OVERALL RATING★☆☆☆☆1/5CMS field—not our score or recommendation
Certified beds64CMS provider file
Recent citation rows48current CMS citation release
Penalty rows1current CMS penalties file
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The citation files cover the three most recent standard inspections plus qualifying complaint and infection-control inspections in the prior three years. A correction date is a CMS field; this site does not independently verify conditions. Absence from a file is not proof that no issue exists.

01 / INSPECTION LEDGER

Survey cycles in this release

CycleHealth dateHealth deficienciesFire dateFire deficiencies
Cycle 12025-04-07112025-04-077
Cycle 22024-04-1562024-04-1510
Cycle 32023-04-1152023-04-119
02 / CITATION DETAIL

48 rows in the current release

1 rows carry G–L scope/severity codes; 1 carry J–L. 8 tag codes appear on more than one survey date. These counts describe citation rows, not residents or incidents.

2026-03-04 · HEALTHF0610Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-08 · complaint
2025-04-07 · FIREE0041Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0550Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0552Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0584Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0759Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0761Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0801Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0803Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0804Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0812Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0844Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Administration Deficiencies

Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26 · complaint
2025-04-07 · HEALTHF0880Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · FIREK0291Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · FIREK0355Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · FIREK0712Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · FIREK0918Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · FIREK0921Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2025-04-07 · FIREK0923Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-26
2024-04-15 · FIREE0004Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-05-08
2024-04-15 · FIREE0006Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-05-09
2024-04-15 · FIREE0015Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-05-08
2024-04-15 · FIREE0024Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-05-08
2024-04-15 · FIREE0036Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-05-10
03 / ENFORCEMENT FILE

Penalties reported by CMS

Fine amounts and payment-denial days are shown exactly as aggregated from the current penalties file. They do not imply an unpaid balance.

DateTypeFine amountPayment-denial days
2024-04-15Fine$41,9800
04 / OWNERSHIP DISCLOSURES

Who appears in the CMS file

  • KAUFFMAN INVESTMENTS LLCOrganization · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • MRS ENTERPRISES LLCOrganization · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • OCHSNER JJJ LLCOrganization · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • QUALITY CARE SOLUTIONS LLCOrganization · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • ANDERSON, DOUGLASIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • HERMANSEN, LANCEIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • KELLER, DUANEIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • KRAJICEK, STEPHENIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • MOYER, SAMIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • OHLSON, CORYIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • UDEN, GENEIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • VANDERHEIDEN, JAMESIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 01/01/2018
  • HERITAGE BANKOrganization · 5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTEREST
    NOT APPLICABLE · since 01/01/2018
  • GROSHANS, HAYLEYIndividual · W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
    NOT APPLICABLE · since 01/01/2018
  • GROSHANS, TIMOTHYIndividual · CORPORATE DIRECTOR
    NOT APPLICABLE · since 01/01/2018
  • PENNER, KIRKIndividual · CORPORATE OFFICER
    NOT APPLICABLE · since 01/01/2018
  • HERITAGE BANKOrganization · OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
    NOT APPLICABLE · since 01/01/2018

Names and roles are self-reported CMS disclosure fields. Exact-name pages do not prove that similarly named people or organizations are the same entity.

05 / CMS STAFFING FIELDS

Reported hours and turnover

Staffing fields are provider-reported and case-mix context matters. CMS applies footnotes and exclusions not reproduced as a new score here.

Total nurse hoursper resident day
RN hoursper resident day
Weekend nurse hoursper resident day
Staff turnover—%CMS reported field
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