Landmark of Itasca Rehabilitation and Nursing Cent

535 South Elm · Itasca, IL · 60143 · 6307739416

144 certified beds For profit - Partnership Chain: Infinity Healthcare Consulting

Why this verdict

  • Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (2 citations).
  • Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
  • Federal penalties on record: $66,440 in fines in the last 24 months.
  • 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.

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Red flags

Special Focus Facility candidate

CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.

2 immediate-jeopardy citations 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.

3 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.

$66,440 in federal fines in the last 24 months

2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 0
Serious harm & abuse 20% 0
Staffing 20% 62
Federal penalties 15% 0
Trend 10% 47
Context 5% 10

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: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.043.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.580.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day2.71≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year29%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)5 · $300,136

Inspection citations (89 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · D April 29, 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 May 8, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026 · found via complaint

    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Corrected May 8, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026 · found via complaint

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Corrected May 8, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026 · found via complaint

    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Corrected May 8, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E February 9, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

    Corrected February 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected January 22, 2026 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Corrected January 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected January 22, 2026 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · D January 12, 2026 · found via complaint

    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Corrected January 15, 2026 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D January 12, 2026 · found via complaint

    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Corrected January 15, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E December 7, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Corrected December 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E November 24, 2025 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected December 5, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D November 24, 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 December 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · F November 24, 2025 · found via complaint

    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.

    Corrected December 6, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F November 24, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected December 6, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E November 24, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Corrected December 6, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E November 24, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

    Corrected December 6, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F November 24, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

    Corrected December 6, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F November 24, 2025 · found via complaint

    Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Corrected December 3, 2025 · Environmental

  • Immediate jeopardy · K November 17, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected November 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · F November 17, 2025 · found via complaint

    Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.

    Corrected November 21, 2025 · Administration

  • Immediate jeopardy · J November 4, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected November 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · F November 4, 2025 · found via complaint

    Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

    Corrected November 21, 2025 · Administration

Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.

Federal penalties

DateTypeAmount / length
November 4, 2025Payment Denial19 days
May 1, 2025Fine$51,935
May 1, 2025Payment Denial9 days
March 26, 2025Fine$14,505
March 26, 2024Fine$12,263
December 6, 2023Fine$66,400
August 14, 2023Fine$155,033

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145752 · certified since May 7, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.