Map showing the location of AMBASSADOR NURSING & REHAB CENTER in CHICAGO, Illinois
4900 NORTH BERNARD, CHICAGO, IL, 60625

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
2/5Below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • IllinoisAbove only 37% of peers665 rated homes · average 2.5★
  • Cook CountyAbove only 33% of peers201 rated homes · average 2.6★
  • United StatesAbove only 20% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point2★−0.7 vs IL avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star2★−0.1 vs IL avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star4★+1.1 vs IL avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

  • Abuse citation flagCMS shows an abuse icon: inspectors cited the facility for abuse that led to harm within the past year, or for abuse that could have led to harm in each of the last two years.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles2★Above only 19% of peersIL avg2.7★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover2★Above only 45% of peersIL avg2.1★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments4★Above 65% of peersIL avg2.9★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff2.80hrsAbove only 16% of peersIL avg3.49Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.60hrsAbove only 46% of peersIL avg0.73Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better23%Top 6%IL avg46%RN turnover26%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$0Above 66% of peersIL avg$95,677Fines · denials0 · 2
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
63citations
19inspection dates
5actual harm (G–I)
0immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Dec 9, 2025most recent

Citations by monthApr 2023 – Dec 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Dec 9, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst G · actual harm
  1. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 22, 2025
  2. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Dec 22, 2025
Sep 11, 20251 citationCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Sep 23, 2025
Aug 21, 20251 citationCycle 1worst G · actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2025
Aug 8, 202513 citationsCycle 1worst F · no actual harm
  1. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  2. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  3. F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  4. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  5. F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  6. F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  7. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  8. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  9. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  10. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  11. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  12. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Aug 25, 2025
  13. F776Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2025
Jul 21, 20255 citationsCycle 1worst G · actual harmpayment denial
  1. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Aug 1, 2025
  2. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationG · isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 2025
  3. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 2025
  4. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 2025
  5. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 2025
May 9, 20251 citationCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected May 19, 2025
Jan 10, 20251 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2025
Nov 4, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Oct 18, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Oct 31, 2024
Aug 30, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Sep 17, 2024
Jul 12, 202413 citationsCycle 2worst G · actual harmpayment denial
  1. F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  2. F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  3. F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  4. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  5. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationG · isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  6. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  7. F693Ensure 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.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  8. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  9. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  10. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  11. F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  12. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Aug 5, 2024
  13. F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2024
Jun 21, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 4, 2024
Feb 25, 20241 citationCycle 2worst F · no actual harm
  1. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalF · widespreadCorrected Mar 8, 2024
Nov 27, 20234 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Dec 13, 2023
  2. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 13, 2023
  3. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 13, 2023
  4. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 13, 2023
Oct 8, 20231 citationCycle 3worst F · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 3, 202312 citationsCycle 3worst F · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  2. F576Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  3. F813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  4. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  5. F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  6. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalF · widespreadCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  7. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  8. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  9. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  10. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  11. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  12. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Aug 21, 2023
Jul 22, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Aug 9, 2023
  2. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 9, 2023
Apr 23, 20231 citationCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 9, 2023
Apr 14, 20231 citationCycle 3worst F · no actual harm
  1. F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.EnvironmentalF · widespreadCorrected May 3, 2023

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined2.80hrsAbove only 16% of peers−0.69 vs IL avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.60hrsAbove only 46% of peers−0.13 vs IL avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.57hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.63hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.56hrs
  • Illinois average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better23%Top 6%IL avg 46%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only26%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year0Stable leadership
  • Occupancy190 certified beds · ~171 residents a day90%Above 85% of peersIL avg 74%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $0In fines
  • 0Fines
  • 2Payment denials
  • $95,677IL avg in fines
Above 66% of peersFewer fines than 66% of rated homes in Illinois

Actions on record

  1. Jul 21, 2025Denial of payment for new admissionsfrom Aug 14, 2025
  2. Jul 12, 2024Denial of payment for new admissionsfrom Aug 8, 2024

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Infinity Healthcare Consulting69 facilities in the chain2.2★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • A&f Realty LLC
  • B & N Realty Investment LLC
  • Gubin Enterprises Limited Partnership
  • Michael Blisko
Managing employees
  • Raphael Nudell

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 145343 · 4900 NORTH BERNARD, CHICAGO, IL, 60625.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Illinois and Cook County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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