GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Gilman Healthcare Center has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the facility's operations and care quality. It ranks #241 out of 665 facilities in Illinois, placing it in the top half, but its county rank of #3 out of 4 suggests limited local options for better care. The facility is showing improvement, having reduced the number of issues from 14 in 2023 to 4 in 2024. Staffing is a weakness with a rating of 2 out of 5 stars, and a turnover rate of 50%, which is average but can affect the consistency of care. There are concerning fines totaling $175,607, indicating compliance issues, and while RN coverage is average, specific incidents, such as a resident developing a severe pressure ulcer due to inadequate care planning and a fall resulting from equipment failure, highlight serious care deficiencies.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Illinois
- #241/665
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 50% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $175,607 in fines. Lower than most Illinois facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 47 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Illinois. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 24 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near Illinois average (2.5)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
Near Illinois avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Well above median ($33,413)
Significant penalties indicating serious issues
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 24 deficiencies on record
May 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. R25's Medical Diagnoses List dated May 2024 documents R25 is diagnosed with Palliative Care, Depression, Alzheimer's Disease,...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to routinely provide oral hygiene for one of one resident...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain a resident toilet and bed position remote control cable in a safe and repaired condition. These failures have the po...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0868
(Tag F0868)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on record review and interview the facility repeatedly failed to ensure that a designated key member (Infection Control Preventionist) of the committee was present at their quarterly Quality Ass...
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Oct 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to answer a call light timely for one of four residents (R4) reviewed for call lights/delay in care on the sample list of six.
F...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to perform timely toileting assistance for one of three residents (R4) reviewed for toileting on the sample list of six.
Finding...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to properly perform incontinence care for one of three residents (R2) reviewed for toileting and incontinence care on the sample list of six.
F...
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Sept 2023
1 deficiency
1 IJ
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY**
Failures at this level required more than one deficient practice statement.
A. Based on observation, interview, and record revi...
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Jul 2023
6 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility staff failed to provide safety for one resident (R21) when using the mechanical lift for transfer for one (R21) of four residents reviewed for acciden...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0625
(Tag F0625)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to notify a resident's representative in writing of the facility's Bed ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Tube Feeding
(Tag F0693)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to administer enteral tube feeding in a safe manner to resident. The facility failed to label an enteral tube feeding with resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to obtain a physician's order for a CPAP (Continuous Posi...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0801
(Tag F0801)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to designate a qualified director of food and nutrition services. This failure has the potential to affect 59 out of 60 resident...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to implement procedures to protect food products from cross contamination by leaving utensils inside bulk food storage tubs. Thi...
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Mar 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY**
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide supervision during a shower to prevent a fall...
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Jan 2023
3 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure nurses were trained in peritoneal dialysis, monitor and record weights and dialysis volume intake/output, and communic...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to correctly transcribe and implement physician orders for laboratory draws and weight monitoring for one (R3) of three resident...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0760
(Tag F0760)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to accurately transcribe a physician order resulting in a significant medication error for one (R3) of three residents reviewed for physician ...
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Nov 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide timely incontinence care for one (R2) of four...
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May 2022
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY**
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure a clean, homelike environment by leaving feces...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to address the use of antipsychotic medications in a resident's plan of care. This failure affects one resident (R48) out of five reviewed for...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to implement fall prevention interventions according to a resident's care plan. This failure affects one resident (R28) out of six...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a PRN (as needed) anti-anxiety medication was discontinued after 14 days per the physician's directions. This failure affects one re...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure packaged food items (milks) were not expired when served to residents. This failure affects four residents (R26, R46, R48, and R51) ou...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 1 life-threatening violation(s), 2 harm violation(s), $175,607 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 24 deficiencies on record, including 1 critical (life-threatening) violation. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $175,607 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Illinois. Major compliance failures.
- • Grade F (23/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Gilman Healthcare Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Illinois, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Gilman Healthcare Center Staffed?
CMS rates GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 50%, compared to the Illinois average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Gilman Healthcare Center?
State health inspectors documented 24 deficiencies at GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER during 2022 to 2024. These included: 1 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death), 2 that caused actual resident harm, and 21 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Gilman Healthcare Center?
GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by PREMIER HEALTHCARE OF ILLINOIS, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 99 certified beds and approximately 51 residents (about 52% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in GILMAN, Illinois.
How Does Gilman Healthcare Center Compare to Other Illinois Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Illinois, GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.5, staff turnover (50%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Gilman Healthcare Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Gilman Healthcare Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 1 Immediate Jeopardy citation (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 3-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Illinois. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Gilman Healthcare Center Stick Around?
GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 50%, which is about average for Illinois nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Gilman Healthcare Center Ever Fined?
GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER has been fined $175,607 across 5 penalty actions. This is 5.0x the Illinois average of $34,835. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.
Is Gilman Healthcare Center on Any Federal Watch List?
GILMAN HEALTHCARE CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.