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SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY

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SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY is a government - county facility in JOLIET, IL with 157 certified beds and a 5-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 24 deficiency records on file.

421 DORIS AVENUE, JOLIET, IL 60433

Phone: 8157278710

Overall Rating

5/5

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

5/5

Quality Measures

2/5

Long-Stay Quality

4/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
145892
Ownership
Government - County
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
157
Residents
143
In Hospital
No
County
Will
Last Inspection
Jan 31, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.88 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.72
CNA Hours
3.21
Total Nursing Hours
4.82 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.04
Nursing Turnover
41.3%
RN Turnover
13.8%

What the CMS Record Reveals About SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY

SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY operates 157 certified beds in JOLIET, IL with approximately 143 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 5 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 (4★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (2★). 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 24 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 1 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 4.82 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.88 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Government - County" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY 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 41.3%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. 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 (24 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 2, 2026 Tag: 0552

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Aug 23, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 24, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 31, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 8, 2025

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Jan 31, 2025 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: Feb 24, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 31, 2025 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 24, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jan 31, 2025 Tag: 0690

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 24, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jan 31, 2025 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 24, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 31, 2025 Tag: 0688

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 24, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 31, 2025 Tag: 0625

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 24, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 31, 2025 Tag: 0623

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 24, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 23, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 18, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 23, 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: Mar 21, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 23, 2024 Tag: 0803

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 15, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 23, 2024 Tag: 0693

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 15, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 23, 2024 Tag: 0690

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 23, 2024 Tag: 0688

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 18, 2024

G — Isolated - Actual harm Aug 22, 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: Sep 7, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 13, 2023 Tag: 0684

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 29, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 23, 2023 Tag: 0883

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

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 23, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 23, 2023 Tag: 0805

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 23, 2023 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: Apr 12, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 23, 2023 Tag: 0693

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 23, 2023 Tag: 0690

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2023

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 11.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 3.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 1.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 3.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 3.9% 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 3.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 75.9% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 5.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 31.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 13.2% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 84.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 2.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 29.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 5.9% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY?
SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (2★).
What are the staffing levels at SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY?
SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY reports 4.82 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.88 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 41.3%.
How many beds does SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY have?
SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY has 157 certified beds with approximately 143 residents. The facility is located at 421 DORIS AVENUE, JOLIET, IL 60433.
Does SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY has 24 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 1 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY received any fines or penalties?
No, SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY?
SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY is classified as "Government - County" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY was on Jan 31, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY?
SUNNY HILL NURSING HOME OF WILL COUNTY 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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