Inspection History Overview

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Fines and Penalties by Year

2021 1 penalties totaling $0

$0
Feb 16, 2021

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Health Violations by Year

2025 10 violations

Tag 0584 D Mar 12, 2025

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

✓ Corrected: Mar 27, 2025
Tag 0679 D Mar 12, 2025

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

✓ Corrected: Mar 27, 2025
Tag 0680 F Mar 12, 2025

Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

✓ Corrected: Apr 2, 2025
Tag 0740 E Mar 12, 2025

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

✓ Corrected: Mar 27, 2025
Tag 0742 D Mar 12, 2025

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

✓ Corrected: Mar 27, 2025
Tag 0745 E Mar 12, 2025

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

✓ Corrected: Mar 27, 2025
Tag 0755 D Mar 12, 2025

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: Mar 27, 2025
Tag 0756 D Mar 12, 2025

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

✓ Corrected: Mar 27, 2025
Tag 0812 F Mar 12, 2025

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Mar 27, 2025
Tag 0883 E Mar 12, 2025

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

✓ Corrected: Mar 26, 2025

2024 3 violations

Tag 0755 D May 9, 2024

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: May 24, 2024
Tag 0851 F May 9, 2024

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

✓ Corrected: May 24, 2024
Tag 0689 F Jan 16, 2024

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2024

2023 2 violations

Tag 0755 E Apr 6, 2023

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: Apr 10, 2023
Tag 0761 E Apr 6, 2023

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.

✓ Corrected: Apr 10, 2023

2022 5 violations

Tag 0570 E Feb 17, 2022

Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.

✓ Corrected: Feb 25, 2022
Tag 0602 D Feb 17, 2022

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

✓ Corrected: Feb 25, 2022
Tag 0692 D Jan 11, 2022

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

✓ Corrected: Jan 20, 2022
Tag 0758 D Jan 11, 2022

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.

✓ Corrected: Jan 20, 2022
Tag 0882 F Jan 11, 2022

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

✓ Corrected: Jan 20, 2022

2021 4 violations

Tag 0758 D Feb 16, 2021

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.

✓ Corrected: Mar 10, 2021
Tag 0801 F Feb 16, 2021

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

✓ Corrected: Mar 5, 2021
Tag 0812 F Feb 16, 2021

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Mar 4, 2021
Tag 0880 L Feb 16, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Feb 16, 2021

2020 7 violations

Tag 0602 D Aug 5, 2020

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

✓ Corrected: Aug 10, 2020
Tag 0609 D Aug 5, 2020

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Aug 10, 2020
Tag 0610 D Aug 5, 2020

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Aug 10, 2020
Tag 0600 G Mar 11, 2020

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Apr 9, 2020
Tag 0602 E Mar 11, 2020

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

✓ Corrected: Apr 9, 2020
Tag 0689 D Mar 11, 2020

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Apr 9, 2020
Tag 0835 F Mar 11, 2020

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

✓ Corrected: Apr 9, 2020

2019 5 violations

Tag 0759 D Jun 27, 2019

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

✓ Corrected: Jul 11, 2019
Tag 0800 F Jun 27, 2019

Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

✓ Corrected: Jul 11, 2019
Tag 0812 F Jun 27, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jul 11, 2019
Tag 0600 D Jun 20, 2019

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Jul 3, 2019
Tag 0584 D Feb 26, 2019

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

✓ Corrected: Mar 13, 2019

2018 14 violations

Tag 0602 D Nov 8, 2018

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

✓ Corrected: Nov 9, 2018
Tag 0580 D Aug 1, 2018

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Aug 21, 2018
Tag 0600 E Aug 1, 2018

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Aug 21, 2018
Tag 0607 E Aug 1, 2018

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

✓ Corrected: Aug 21, 2018
Tag 0578 E May 18, 2018

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2018
Tag 0655 D May 18, 2018

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2018
Tag 0727 F May 18, 2018

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2018
Tag 0759 D May 18, 2018

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2018
Tag 0760 D May 18, 2018

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2018
Tag 0761 F May 18, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2018
Tag 0770 D May 18, 2018

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2018
Tag 0812 F May 18, 2018

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2018
Tag 0880 F May 18, 2018

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2018
Tag 0584 E Jan 5, 2018

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

✓ Corrected: Feb 5, 2018

2017 5 violations

Tag 0202 D Aug 30, 2017

Provide written records when a resident is transferred or discharged.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2017
Tag 0203 D Aug 30, 2017

Provide timely notification to the resident before transfer or discharge.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2017
Tag 0406 D Aug 30, 2017

Give or get specialized rehabilitative services per the patient's assessment or plan of care.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2017
Tag 0225 D Jun 14, 2017

1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents.

✓ Corrected: Jun 30, 2017
Tag 0226 D Jun 14, 2017

Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property.

✓ Corrected: Jun 30, 2017
🏥 Facility Summary

La Bella of Sterling is a 2-star nursing home in STERLING, IL with 70 beds.

Most recent inspection: Data not available. No current violations on record.

📞 8156260233
📍 3601 SIXTEENTH AVENUE, STERLING, IL
💵 Accepts Medicare and Medicaid
Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Facility information updated daily. Star ratings range from 1 (much below average) to 5 (much above average).

Frequently Asked Questions About La Bella of Sterling

What violations has La Bella of Sterling received?
La Bella of Sterling has 0 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of La Bella of Sterling?
La Bella of Sterling has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was La Bella of Sterling last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is La Bella of Sterling safe?
Safety at La Bella of Sterling should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact La Bella of Sterling?
Phone: 8156260233. Address: 3601 SIXTEENTH AVENUE, STERLING, IL. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does La Bella of Sterling offer?
La Bella of Sterling is a skilled nursing facility with 70 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
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