Nature Trail Health and Rehab
1001 South 34th Street, Mount Vernon, IL 62864 · (618) 242-5700
For profit - Limited Liability company · 74 certified beds
Nature Trail Health and Rehab has a 4-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in December 2025, found 8 citations, 1 for actual harm or immediate jeopardy (the Illinois average is 12.6). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $18,603 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on December 8, 2025 found 8 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.December 8, 2025 · F0692 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.December 8, 2025 · F0919 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- 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.December 8, 2025 · F0584 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.December 8, 2025 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.December 8, 2025 · F0657 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.December 8, 2025 · F0677 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.December 8, 2025 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.December 8, 2025 · F0883 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 3 citations.
- Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.May 30, 2025 · F0755 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.April 18, 2024 · F0656 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.November 10, 2023 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $18,603December 8, 2025
- Medicare payment denial for 10 daysStarting February 26, 2025
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Illinois average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.33 | 3.45 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.58 | 0.72 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.61 | 0.64 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.14 | 2.09 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 49.2% | 44.5% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 74 |
| Average residents per day | 66.6 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Mount Vernon Countryside Manor Mount Vernon · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Axiom Healthcare of Mount Vernon Mount Vernon · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Axiom Gardens of Mount Vernon Mount Vernon · Not available
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