River View Rehab Center
50 North Jane · Elgin, IL · 60123 · 8476973750
203 certified beds For profit - Partnership Chain: Icare Consulting Services
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $223,072 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
5 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
6 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$223,072 in federal fines in the last 24 months
3 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.03 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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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: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.03 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.71 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 1.74 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 29% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 5 · $591,676 |
Inspection citations (49 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2026 · 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 30, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026 · 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 17, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 17, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 9, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected January 12, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G November 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected November 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
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.
Corrected September 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 5, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 5, 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 September 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected September 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected September 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 31, 2025 · 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 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected April 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected April 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · K March 6, 2025 · 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 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2025 · 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 January 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 5, 2025 | Fine | $15,785 |
| March 6, 2025 | Fine | $179,287 |
| March 6, 2025 | Payment Denial | 31 days |
| October 2, 2024 | Fine | $28,000 |
| January 30, 2024 | Fine | $229,730 |
| June 29, 2023 | Fine | $138,874 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145308 · certified since December 1, 1979. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.