Pearl of Hillside,the
4600 North Frontage Road · Hillside, IL · 60162 · 7085449933
198 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Pearl Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $92,820 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 6 citations involved actual harm to residents.
Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
$92,820 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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.13 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.45 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.77 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 41% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $131,810 |
Inspection citations (52 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected March 12, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Help the resident with transportation to and from laboratory services outside of the facility.
Corrected March 12, 2026 · Administration
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Actual harm · G February 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected February 4, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G October 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected October 9, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 28, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
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.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 28, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G March 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 9, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 26, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected February 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 26, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected February 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 18, 2026 | Fine | $92,820 |
| November 2, 2023 | Fine | $19,708 |
| July 20, 2023 | Fine | $19,282 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145946 · certified since October 14, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.