Citadel Of Sterling,The
Sterling, IL · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 145278) · 121 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 2 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: 1 totaling $11,213
Phone: (815) 626-4264 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Citadel Of Sterling holds a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, above the Illinois state average of 2.55. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars, while its staffing rating is 1 star.
The Citadel Of Sterling reports 3.20 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.47 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 31.8%. CMS gives this facility a staffing rating of 1 out of 5 stars.
The Citadel Of Sterling has 1 federal fine on record totaling $11,213.00, with 0 payment denials reported by CMS. There is no abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation noted for this facility in the CMS data.
About this facility
The Citadel Of Sterling is a for-profit nursing home located in Sterling, Whiteside County, Illinois, certified for 121 beds with an average of 87.9 residents. The facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid and has been approved since September 1974.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is above the Illinois state average of 2.55. Its component ratings are: 4 stars for health inspections, 2 stars for quality measures, and 1 star for staffing. Nurse staffing totals 3.204 hours per resident per day, with 0.471 RN hours per resident per day, and a nursing staff turnover rate of 31.8%.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $11,213.00, and 0 payment denials for this facility. There is no abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation reported in the data for this facility.
The Citadel Of Sterling is part of the Citadel Healthcare chain, which operates 14 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 3.2 stars. There has been no ownership change reported within the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
This profile is built from CMS Care Compare data and reflects the most recently published federal figures at the time of this data pull. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Citadel Of Sterling has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is above the Illinois state average of 2.55.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.204 hours per resident per day, with 0.471 RN hours per resident per day, and nursing staff turnover of 31.8%; CMS rates staffing at 1 out of 5 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $11,213.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or a Special Focus Facility designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 121 beds and has an average daily population of 87.9 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
The Citadel Of Sterling is a for-profit corporation and is part of the Citadel Healthcare chain, which includes 14 facilities with an average rating of 3.2 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on September 1, 1974.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating along with three component ratings — health inspections, staffing, and quality measures — which combine into the overall score; here the facility scores 4, 1, and 2 stars respectively.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the most current federal data for this facility at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/145278?state=IL.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify rehabilitation services; please contact the facility at 8156264264 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The provided data does not cover tour details; please contact the facility at 8156264264 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.