Public Record
Waukegan Health and Rehab
From CMS
Facility profile
- CMS overall rating
- 4 / 5
- Certified beds
- 112
- Avg. residents per day
- 81
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Inspection record
On record from CMS
- Citations on record
- 56
- Inspections on file
- 13
- Last inspection
- 2025-12-02
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Citations
56 citations on record
Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.
What do CMS severity letters mean?
Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.
Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.
- 0689Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0675Generalpotential for harm
Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
- 0694Generalpotential for harm
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
- 0692Generalpotential for harm
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
- 0584Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0605Generalpotential for harm
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
- 0755Generalpotential for harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
- 0761Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0812Generalpotential for harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
- 0688Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
- 0919Generalpotential for harm
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
- 0712Generalno actual harm
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- 0355Generalpotential for harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- 0223Generalpotential for harm
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
- 0222Generalpotential for harm
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- 0037Generalpotential for harm
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
- 0291Generalpotential for harm
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- 0353Generalpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0345Generalpotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0781Generalpotential for harm
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- 0677Generalpotential for harm
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
- 0688Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
- 0755Generalpotential for harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0374Generalpotential for harm
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
- 0700Generalpotential for harm
Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors.
- 0222Generalpotential for harm
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- 0223Generalpotential for harm
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
- 0225Generalpotential for harm
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
- 0351Generalpotential for harm
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
- 0363Generalpotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0930Generalpotential for harm
Ensure proper storage of liquid oxygen.
- 0582Generalpotential for harm
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
- 0689Seriousactual harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0689Seriousactual harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0610Generalpotential for harm
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
- 0812Generalpotential for harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0677Generalpotential for harm
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
- 0026Generalpotential for harm
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
- 0604Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
- 0039Generalpotential for harm
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- 0222Generalpotential for harm
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- 0324Generalpotential for harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- 0918Generalpotential for harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 0531Generalpotential for harm
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
- 0511Generalpotential for harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- 0363Generalpotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0037Generalpotential for harm
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0351Generalpotential for harm
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
- 0345Generalpotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0689Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0600Generalpotential for harm
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspection history
Every health inspection on record
Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.
- Inspection1 deficiency
F 0689 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview…
Read full statement of deficiencies - View inspection reportInspection1 deficiency
- Inspection18 deficiencies
F 0584 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm 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. Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility…
Read full statement of deficiencies - View inspection reportInspection18 deficiencies
- View inspection reportInspection13 deficiencies
- Inspection13 deficiencies
F 0677 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure a resident who requires assistance with toileting…
Read full statement of deficiencies - View inspection reportInspection1 deficiency
- Inspection1 deficiency
F 0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection1 deficiency
F 0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection2 deficiencies
F 0610 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to immediately investigate an injury of unknown origin…
Read full statement of deficiencies
Showing the 10 most recent inspections. 3 earlier inspections are also on record.
FAQ
Questions and answers
- What is Waukegan Health and Rehab?
- Waukegan Health and Rehab is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Waukegan, IL, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 145621.
- What is the CMS rating for Waukegan Health and Rehab?
- Waukegan Health and Rehab has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
- How many beds does Waukegan Health and Rehab have?
- Waukegan Health and Rehab is certified for 112 beds. It serves an average of 81 residents per day.
- How many citations does Waukegan Health and Rehab have?
- Waukegan Health and Rehab has 56 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
- When was Waukegan Health and Rehab last inspected?
- Waukegan Health and Rehab was last inspected on December 2, 2025. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
- What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
- Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.
*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.
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