Miller Health Care Center
1601 Butterfield Trail · Kankakee, IL · 60901 · 8159366500
160 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $194,230 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
4 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
$194,230 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.75 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.81 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.30 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 46% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $194,230 |
Inspection citations (33 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G April 17, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected February 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G February 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G February 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected February 11, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G July 18, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C July 18, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 7, 2024 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected August 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 4, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 4, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 4, 2023
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected August 24, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2023
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 24, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 10, 2026 | Fine | $194,230 |
| July 18, 2024 | Payment Denial | 17 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145843 · certified since July 7, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.