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Nexus at Columbia is a for profit - limited liability company facility in COLUMBIA, IL with 119 certified beds and a 1-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 44 deficiency records on file. Total penalties: $179K.

253 BRADINGTON DRIVE, COLUMBIA, IL 62236

Phone: 6182816800

Overall Rating

1/5

Health Inspection

2/5

Staffing

1/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
145717
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
119
Residents
101
In Hospital
No
County
Monroe
Last Inspection
Oct 25, 2024
Abuse citation on record

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.34 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.91
CNA Hours
2.44
Total Nursing Hours
3.69 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.01
Nursing Turnover
56.5%
RN Turnover
81.8%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Nexus at Columbia

Nexus at Columbia operates 119 certified beds in COLUMBIA, IL with approximately 101 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (2★), staffing levels (1★), and quality measures (3★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 44 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 8 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. On the enforcement side, CMS has assessed 6 penalties totaling $179K against this provider, a tangible indicator that regulators moved beyond citation into financial consequence. Staffing is reported at 3.69 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.34 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Nexus at Columbia falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 56.5%, above the level where continuity of care typically begins to suffer. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (44 most recent)

G — Isolated - Actual harm Jul 8, 2025 Tag: 0600

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 9, 2025

G — Isolated - Actual harm Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 5, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 20, 2025 Tag: 0804

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 21, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 20, 2025 Tag: 0757

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 21, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 20, 2025 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 21, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 20, 2025 Tag: 0580

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

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 21, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jan 13, 2025 Tag: 0712

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 17, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 13, 2025 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 17, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 13, 2025 Tag: 0609

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 17, 2025

J — Isolated - Jeopardy Jan 13, 2025 Tag: 0600

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 17, 2025

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Oct 25, 2024 Tag: 0812

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

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 7, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Oct 25, 2024 Tag: 0800

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

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 7, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 25, 2024 Tag: 0755

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

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 7, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 25, 2024 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 7, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Oct 25, 2024 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 7, 2024

G — Isolated - Actual harm Aug 14, 2024 Tag: 0600

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 26, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 1, 2024 Tag: 0921

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 12, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 17, 2024 Tag: 0885

Report COVID19 data to residents and families.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 29, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Jul 17, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 29, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 28, 2024 Tag: 0755

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

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 12, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm May 24, 2024 Tag: 0804

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: May 27, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm May 24, 2024 Tag: 0584

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 27, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm May 3, 2024 Tag: 0727

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.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: May 4, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm May 3, 2024 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 4, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 19, 2024 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 23, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 19, 2024 Tag: 0609

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 23, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 19, 2024 Tag: 0600

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 23, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Jan 24, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 25, 2024

C — Widespread - No harm Jan 24, 2024 Tag: 0814

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 25, 2024

G — Isolated - Actual harm Jan 12, 2024 Tag: 0689

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 13, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 5, 2024 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 6, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 14, 2023 Tag: 0689

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 13, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 1, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 2, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Aug 23, 2023 Tag: 0725

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 24, 2023

G — Isolated - Actual harm Aug 23, 2023 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 24, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Aug 23, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 2, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 14, 2023 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 16, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 27, 2023 Tag: 0689

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 18, 2022 Tag: 0881

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 19, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 18, 2022 Tag: 0697

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 19, 2022

J — Isolated - Jeopardy Nov 18, 2022 Tag: 0689

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 3, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 18, 2022 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 19, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 18, 2022 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 19, 2022

G — Isolated - Actual harm Nov 18, 2022 Tag: 0600

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 19, 2022

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 9.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 4.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 91.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 2.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 58.8% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 19.6% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 3.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 9.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 12.2% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 82.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 20.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 4.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 21.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 14.7% Yes

Penalty History 6 penalties totaling $179K

Date Type Amount
Jul 8, 2025 Fine $38K
Apr 24, 2025 Fine $33K
Dec 18, 2024 Fine $32K
Aug 14, 2024 Fine $23K
Dec 14, 2023 Fine $11K
Aug 14, 2023 Fine $43K
Aug 14, 2023 Payment Denial -

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Nexus at Columbia?
Nexus at Columbia has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (2★), staffing levels (1★), and quality measures (3★).
What are the staffing levels at Nexus at Columbia?
Nexus at Columbia reports 3.69 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.34 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 56.5%.
How many beds does Nexus at Columbia have?
Nexus at Columbia has 119 certified beds with approximately 101 residents. The facility is located at 253 BRADINGTON DRIVE, COLUMBIA, IL 62236.
Does Nexus at Columbia have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Nexus at Columbia has 44 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 8 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has Nexus at Columbia received any fines or penalties?
Yes, Nexus at Columbia has received 6 penalties totaling $179K.
Who owns Nexus at Columbia?
Nexus at Columbia is classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Nexus at Columbia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Nexus at Columbia was on Oct 25, 2024. The facility received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Nexus at Columbia?
Nexus at Columbia is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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