Pavilion Of Waukegan is a medium-sized, for-profit senior care facility operating with an LLC ownership structure. The facility accommodates 112 residents and is designed to offer both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. It is not part of a continuing care retirement community but participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, helping to expand access for those in need of skilled nursing assistance.
For individuals requiring short-term rehabilitation after events such as hospital stays following a stroke, heart attack, infection, or injury, Pavilion Of Waukegan provides support and therapy aimed at returning residents to their homes whenever possible. The rehabilitative program has seen 40.6% of its residents able to return home after discharge. During these stays, 0.0% of the residents experienced falls resulting in major injuries, while 9.9% had infections severe enough to require hospitalization, and 14.9% of those residents needed to visit the emergency room.
Long-term care at Pavilion Of Waukegan centers around residents who need daily assistance with medical and non-medical needs, such as medication management, dressing, eating, and mobility. Residents receive an average of 2 hours and 53 minutes of nursing staff attention per day, with consistent staffing levels on weekends as well as weekdays. The facility supports resident wellbeing by ensuring that 91.4% of long-term residents were able to retain the ability to perform daily activities independently, and 93.2% received their annual influenza vaccination.
Health, fire, and safety inspections are conducted regularly at Pavilion Of Waukegan by federal and state agencies. Recent inspections have focused on areas such as supervision to prevent accidents, treatment according to resident preferences and orders, infection prevention and control, food procurement and preparation standards, and the rights of residents to receive notice regarding Medicare and Medicaid coverage. While several deficiencies were noted over recent inspection cycles, relating to accident hazards, infection control, food safety, and appropriate care delivery, each issue was addressed within the timeframes specified by inspectors.
Pavilion Of Waukegan has also faced penalties within the past three years, totaling several fines. Despite these challenges, the facility continues to provide both medical care and daily living support for its residents, adapting policies and practices in response to inspection findings. Residents and their loved ones can expect a facility that endeavors to maintain residents’ abilities and wellness while participating in state and federal safety and quality programs. The nursing home also utilizes staffing and health protocols to support residents as they navigate both short-term recovery and long-term care needs.