nursing home in Vandalia, IL
Fayette County Hospital
650 W Taylor St, Vandalia, IL 62471 · (618) 283-1231
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Fayette County Hospital at a glance
Fayette County Hospital is a 63-bed non-profit nursing home in Vandalia, Illinois (Fayette County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Illinois average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 4.9 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 16, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Illinois average is 12.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 32.6% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 63
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 17, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Fayette County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145499
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.88 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.95 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.01 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.46 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32.6% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 15 | 143 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 63 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 30 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 47% | 75% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 9.4% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.8% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.7% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 10.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.1% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.9% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 20.4% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 39.2% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27% | 20.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 37.5% | 69.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 16, 2026 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 9, 2026 |
| January 16, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 9, 2026 |
| January 16, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 9, 2026 |
| January 16, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 9, 2026 |
| January 16, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 9, 2026 |
| January 16, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 13, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 13, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2024 |
| September 14, 2023 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 15, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 15, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Fayette County Hospital's rating?
Fayette County Hospital has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Illinois nursing homes is 2.5 stars.
How many inspection citations did Fayette County Hospital receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Fayette County Hospital accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Fayette County Hospital?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Fayette County Hospital and how do I contact it?
Fayette County Hospital is at 650 W Taylor St, Vandalia, IL 62471. Phone: (618) 283-1231.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.