East Bank Center, LLC
Scout 77Loves Park, IL · 54 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Loves Park.
Est. $6,930–$9,250/mo
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River Bluff Nursing Home
4401 North Main Street, Rockford, IL 61103 · Winnebago County
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
Photos via google places, facility website.
Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 50% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Rockford
River Bluff Nursing Home is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Rockford, IL, with 304 certified beds and an average of about 152 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.35 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.81 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $10,199 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.35 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Rockford options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 304
- Avg. residents/day
- 152
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 145771
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $6,930–$9,250/mo (median $7,850) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Rockford prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.35
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.81
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 40.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 12
- Federal fines
- 1 ($10,199)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (35 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
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.
2026-02-05Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2026-02-05Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2026-02-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
2025-07-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-14 | Fine | $10,199 |
| 2024-03-07 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
4401 North Main Street, Rockford, IL
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about River Bluff Nursing Home
How much does River Bluff Nursing Home cost?
River Bluff Nursing Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Rockford, IL area typically runs $6,930–$9,250 per month (median $7,850, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is River Bluff Nursing Home's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates River Bluff Nursing Home 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at River Bluff Nursing Home?
Staff provide about 4.35 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at River Bluff Nursing Home?
River Bluff Nursing Home has 35 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does River Bluff Nursing Home have availability?
Typically 50% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does River Bluff Nursing Home offer?
River Bluff Nursing Home in Rockford, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 304 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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