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Citadel of Sterling,The
105 East 23rd Street, Sterling, IL 61081
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Citadel of Sterling,The, in Sterling, Illinois, is certified for 121 beds under for-profit, corporation ownership and belongs to the Citadel Healthcare chain.
CMS gives it 3 of 5 stars overall, above the Illinois median of 2; the health inspection rating is 4, staffing 1 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 22 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (3, 13, 6 by cycle, most recent first), 2 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 18.2 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 28.4.
CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: fines totalling $11K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.2 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), close to the Illinois median of 3.3; nursing staff turnover is 31.8%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Whiteside Co. median | Illinois median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 22 | 36 | 34 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 18.2 | 45.7 | 28.4 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.2 | 3.6 | 3.3 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 31.8% | 50.6% | 43.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $11,213 | $45,133 | $45,123 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (7 in the county, 666 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Illinois average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 30 Apr 2026, 22 May 2025.
Severity mix: G ×2 D ×15 E ×2 F ×3
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Apr 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 30 Apr 2026 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 30 Apr 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0605 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 13 Nov 2024 | F0825 | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Nov 2024 |
| 12 Jun 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | G | Standard survey | 25 Jun 2024 |
| 12 Jun 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 25 Jun 2024 |
| 12 Jun 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 25 Jun 2024 |
| 12 Jun 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 25 Jun 2024 |
| 25 Jan 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Complaint investigation | 6 Feb 2024 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Nov 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Jun 2024 | Fine | $11,213 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Illinois average. Turnover: nursing staff 31.8%, RNs 33.3%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Illinois median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 7.7% | 11.5% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.8% | 2.6% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 14.7% | 12.2% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.4% | 4.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 12.2% | 17.8% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Citadel Care Center - Sterling Llc. Chain: Citadel Healthcare (14 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omnia Healthcare Group LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Whiteside County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allure of Prophetstown | Prophetstown | 70 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 32 | 45.7 | $45K | 21 Dec 2025 |
| La Bella of Sterling | Sterling | 70 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 20 | 28.6 | — | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Resthave Home-Whiteside Countyabuse icon | Morrison | 70 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 36 | 51.4 | $265K | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Allure of Sterlingabuse icon | Sterling | 130 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 37 | 28.5 | $118K | 21 Apr 2026 |
| La Bella of Morrison | Morrison | 74 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 46 | 62.2 | $66K | 27 May 2026 |
| Winning Wheelsabuse icon | Prophetstown | 88 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 53 | 60.2 | $12K | 5 Feb 2026 |
All 7 facilities in Whiteside County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Citadel of Sterling,The been cited for?
22 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 2 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Illinois median is 34 per facility.
Has Citadel of Sterling,The been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $11K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Citadel of Sterling,The compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.2 hours per resident per day against a Illinois median of 3.3 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Citadel of Sterling,The?
It is part of the Citadel Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Citadel of Sterling,The last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 30 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 30 Apr 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.