3900 Stearns Avenue, Granite City, IL 62040 · Madison County
Typically 93% full (101 of 109 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Evercare at Stearns is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Granite City, IL, with 109 certified beds and an average of about 101 residents per day. It operates as part of the Evercare Skilled Nursing network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.95 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.39 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 67%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 19 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $279,894 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $6,330–$8,230/mo (median $7,070) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local St. Louis prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (34 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
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, compar…
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-16 | Fine | $97,240 |
| 2025-12-16 | Payment denial | — |
| 2025-04-28 | Fine | $58,045 |
| 2025-04-28 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-12-26 | Fine | $75,137 |
| 2023-10-19 | Fine | $49,472 |
3900 Stearns Avenue, Granite City, IL
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Talk to an advisor about this communityEvercare at Stearns does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Granite City, IL area typically runs $6,330–$8,230 per month (median $7,070, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Evercare at Stearns 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 2.95 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 67% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Evercare at Stearns has 34 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 93% full (101 of 109 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Evercare at Stearns in Granite City, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 109 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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