Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora
Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora is a 1-star rated nursing home in Aurora, NE with 64 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 1/5, staffing 1/5, quality measures 1/5.
The facility has 88 health violations on record. Federal fines total $19,500 across 3 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: April 7, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Nebraska public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2022 2 penalties totaling $19,500
Fine
Fine
2019 1 penalties totaling $0
Payment Denial
Health Violations by Year
2025 11 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
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.
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
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.
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.
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.
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024 5 violations
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2023 5 violations
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
2022 13 violations
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
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.
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Post nurse staffing information every day.
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.
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.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
2020 13 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
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.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
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.
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.
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 28 violations
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
2018 10 violations
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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.
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2017 1 violations
Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment.
2016 2 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Frequently Asked Questions About Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora
- What violations has Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora received?
- Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora has 88 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora?
- Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora has a 1-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora safe?
- Safety at Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora?
- Phone: (402) 694-2128. Address: 1313 1st Street, Aurora, NE. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora offer?
- Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora is a skilled nursing facility with 64 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Aurora, NE?
- Compare Westfield Quality Care Of Aurora with other nursing homes in Aurora, NE on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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