nursing home in Knoxville, IL
Knox County Nursing Home
800 North Market Street, Knoxville, IL 61448 · (309) 289-2338
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Knox County Nursing Home at a glance
Knox County Nursing Home is a 169-bed government nursing home in Knoxville, Illinois (Knox 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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 16, 2024) found 3 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 34% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 169
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Knox County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145697
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 3.73 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.47 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.40 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.57 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27.3% | 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) | 3 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 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 | 169 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 105 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 62% | 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) | 3.1% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.7% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.7% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.7% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.4% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.8% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.4% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 13.3% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22% | 20.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 69.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 30, 2026 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2026 |
| August 1, 2025 Complaint | Provide 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 Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2025 |
| August 16, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| August 16, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 23, 2024 |
| August 16, 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 October 21, 2024 |
| August 16, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| August 16, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 23, 2024 |
| August 16, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 16, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| June 15, 2023 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 July 28, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 28, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 28, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 28, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 28, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 28, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Standard | Provide 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 Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 28, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Standard | Provide 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 Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 28, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 28, 2023 |
| April 28, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 27, 2022 |
| April 28, 2022 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 6, 2022 |
| April 28, 2022 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 8, 2022 |
| April 28, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 25, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHEARN, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/2023 |
| COUNTY OF KNOX Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/06/2012 |
| MINES, JODI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2021 |
| WICKS, MEGHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2021 |
| MINES, JODI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2021 |
| MINES, JODI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2021 |
| WICKS, MEGHAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Knox County Nursing Home's rating?
Knox County Nursing Home 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 Knox County Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Knox County Nursing Home 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 Knox County Nursing Home?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Knox County Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Knox County Nursing Home is at 800 North Market Street, Knoxville, IL 61448. Phone: (309) 289-2338.
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.