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River Bluff Nursing Home

4401 North Main Street · Rockford, IL 61103 · 304 certified beds

8159219200

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About River Bluff Nursing Home

In Rockford, Illinois, River Bluff Nursing Home is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 304 beds. It is recorded as a government body, part of County of Winnebago. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 37 citations, the newest dated 26 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 4.19 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

3.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

2.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

26

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

25

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

2.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

33

Inspection history (37)

Records from April 2023 to May 2026.

  • May 26, 2026 · D

    Citation F0688

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-26 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-05-26.GOV
  • May 13, 2026 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-13 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-05-13.GOV
  • April 22, 2026 · D

    Citation F0688

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-22 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-22.GOV
  • February 5, 2026 · D

    Citation F0776

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-05 under CMS tag F0776 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-05.GOV
  • February 5, 2026 · G

    Citation F0697

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-05 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-05.GOV
  • February 5, 2026 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-05 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-05.GOV
  • July 17, 2025 · D

    Citation F0925

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-17 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-17.GOV
  • April 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-10.GOV
  • April 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-10.GOV
  • April 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-10.GOV
  • April 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-10.GOV
  • April 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-10.GOV
  • April 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0693

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-10.GOV
  • April 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-10.GOV
  • December 23, 2024 · D

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-23 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-23.GOV
  • November 13, 2024 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-13 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-13.GOV
  • June 20, 2024 · D

    Citation F0585

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-20 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-20.GOV
  • May 14, 2024 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-14 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-14.GOV
  • May 14, 2024 · D

    Citation F0776

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-14 under CMS tag F0776 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-14.GOV
  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $10,199

  • May 14, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-70081

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $10,199 against this nursing home on 2024-05-14 (Fine ID: 70081). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-14.GOV
  • March 7, 2024 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2024-04-05

    CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-04-05, lasting 21 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-03-07). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 4.19 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q44.35 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-014.35 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-014.19 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-014.19 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q14.19 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.17 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

Government - County

  1. Parent organization: County of Winnebago

    parent · PAC 4688721004

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Government - County".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  2. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  3. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  5. Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data

    This listing first appeared in the government file we read. That is usually when it entered the file, not the day it opened.

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

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Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical IL range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · IL$8,304/mo
See full IL cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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