Nexus at Columbia
253 Bradington Drive · Columbia, IL · 62236 · 6182816800
119 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Bria Health Services
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- 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: $288,959 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.
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 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.
$288,959 in federal fines in the last 24 months
4 fines — 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: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.53 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.36 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.99 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 54% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 6 · $342,708 |
Inspection citations (46 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 30, 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 May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G July 8, 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 July 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G April 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 May 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J January 13, 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 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E January 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected January 17, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E October 25, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F October 25, 2024
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F October 25, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G August 14, 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 August 26, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024 · 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 August 12, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F July 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 29, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
Corrected July 29, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E June 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 24, 2024 · found via complaint
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 May 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2025 | Fine | $24,421 |
| April 24, 2025 | Fine | $21,255 |
| December 18, 2024 | Fine | $220,695 |
| December 18, 2024 | Payment Denial | 2 days |
| August 14, 2024 | Fine | $22,588 |
| December 14, 2023 | Fine | $11,180 |
| August 14, 2023 | Fine | $42,569 |
| August 14, 2023 | Payment Denial | 1 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145717 · certified since February 6, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.