Nursing Home News 2026June19

Kierstin Reed • June 18, 2026

Just Released! Nursing Home Survey Trends and Tools Webinar

Join us for a deep dive into current survey trends happening in Nursing Home services in Nebraska and opportunities members have to review data. We will review the state trends and look at ways to improve on practices that are negatively impacting providers in the state. CEO, Kierstin Reed will review the top 5 citations for Nursing Homes in Nebraska and provide insight into the cause and potential solutions to these areas.


We will also take a look at the LeadingAge Quality Metrics tools and the trend reports that are available to all LeadingAge Nebraska members, in addition to your 5 Star Analysis Report. The LeadingAge Quality Metrics system contains three tools, Nursing Home Quality Metrics, which analyzes quality metrics such as 5-star ratings, staffing, quality measures, and deficiencies in skilled nursing facilities using the most current publicly reported Nursing Home Compare data; and Home Health Quality Metrics, which analyzes quality metrics in categories such as Managing Daily Activities, Managing Pain and Treating Symptoms, Treating Wounds and Preventing Pressure Sores, Preventing Harm, Preventing Unplanned Hospital Care and Patient Satisfaction Survey results using the most current publicly reported Home Health Compare data and Hospice Quality Metrics, which studies quality measures in categories such as family experience of care and quality of patient care using the most current publicly reported Hospice Compare data.



Join us to learn what is happening in Nebraska survey and how to utilize these tools to benchmark your services and improve performance.

Stability in Social Services:

How prepared are you for social services turnover? Regulations require that nursing homes under 120 beds have someone meeting the criteria as their Social Services Designee. Nebraska allows those in this position to meet the criteria by taking a course of at least 35 hours in the skills needed. We have you covered! Sign up a team member today for our in-person course taking place August 3-7. 


Our week-long Social Services Designee Training is designed specifically for professionals like you, providing the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools needed to succeed in this essential position. Whether you’re new to the role or looking to strengthen your expertise, this course offers a comprehensive foundation to help you navigate the unique challenges of serving residents in a long-term care setting.


Throughout the training, you’ll gain a clear understanding of your roles and responsibilities as a Social Services Director, learn how to effectively collaborate with your interdisciplinary team, and build skills in developing and implementing meaningful, person-centered care plans. We’ll also dive into strategies for addressing residents’ emotional, psychological, and social needs, while helping you confidently interpret and apply state and federal regulations. Designed for facilities under 120 beds, this course meets required training standards and equips you to make a lasting impact for both your residents and your organization.

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