Springfield Suites Rehab and Nursing
3089 Old Jacksonville Road · Springfield, IL · 62704 · 2177870000
75 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Stern Consultants
Why this verdict
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 73 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
63% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.97 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.79 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.13 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 63% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected December 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 3, 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 December 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 3, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F November 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G March 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G November 25, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G November 25, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected November 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 25, 2024
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 December 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2024
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 25, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected November 26, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F November 25, 2024
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 November 26, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F November 25, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 25, 2024
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected December 4, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F November 25, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F November 25, 2024
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected November 27, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2023
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 January 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F December 14, 2023
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 January 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 25, 2024 | Payment Denial | 1 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 146160 · certified since May 17, 2013. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.