nursing home in Palatine, IL
Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine
80 West Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067 · (847) 358-5700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine at a glance
Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine is a 49-bed non-profit nursing home in Palatine, Illinois (Cook County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Illinois average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 5.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 15, 2024) found 5 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 18.2% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 49
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 29, 2019
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cook County
- CMS Certification Number
- 146189
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.74 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.23 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.50 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.14 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 18.2% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30% | 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) | 5 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 18 | 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 | 49 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 33 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 66.5% | 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) | 4% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.7% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.7% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.8% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.3% | 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) | 12.7% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.4% | 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) | 100% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2025 |
| November 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2024 |
| November 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 10, 2024 |
| November 15, 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 January 2, 2025 |
| November 15, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2025 |
| November 15, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 15, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 15, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Fire Safety Evaluation Survey |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 2, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 2, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 2, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Fire Safety Evaluation Survey |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDRADES, SANDRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/19/2019 |
| HEALTHPRO HERITAGE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2019 |
| MIDWEST PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL CARE INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2025 |
| MOKRZYCKA, MAGDALENA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/17/2022 |
| PRYSTAWSKY & CO CPAS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2019 |
| SANCHEZ, ALEX Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2019 |
| ANDRADES, SANDRA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| LOVE, AMY MARIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MEREDITH, JUDITH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| PESARTIC, CAROLINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| ANDRADES, SANDRA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| LOVE, AMY MARIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MEREDITH, JUDITH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| PESARTIC, CAROLINE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| ANDRADES, SANDRA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| LOVE, AMY MARIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MEREDITH, JUDITH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| PESARTIC, CAROLINE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MIDWEST PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL CARE INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2023 |
| MOKRZYCKA, MAGDALENA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/17/2022 |
| SANCHEZ, ALEX Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine's rating?
Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine has 5 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 Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine 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 Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine and how do I contact it?
Little Sisters of the Poor of Palatine is at 80 West Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067. Phone: (847) 358-5700.
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.