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HomeIllinoisAmbassador Nursing & Rehab Center

Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center

4900 North Bernard, Chicago, IL 606257735837130WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.2on Google(81 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
190
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
2 fine(s) totaling $134,388

How Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center Compares in Illinois

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Illinois. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
IL average
2.6/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
IL average
2.7/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
2/5
IL average
2.1/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
2.58 hrs/day
IL average
3.44 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.53 hrs/day
IL average
0.71 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
20.2%
IL average
44.4%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the Illinois average of 2.6/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Illinois average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 2.58 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.44.
Reported RN time is 0.53 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.71.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
27
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 12, 2024
Most recent cycle
22
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 8, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 5 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$6,844/mo
Illinois median
Private Room
$8,122/mo
Illinois median
Cook County 65+
793,931
15.2% of county
County Population
5,225,367
Cook County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Chicago, Illinois with 190 certified beds. It has been operating since 1977. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
190
Avg Residents/Day
179.6
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
May 16, 1977
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Cook
Last Inspection
Aug 8, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
22
Weighted Score
200.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (62)

F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Actual Harm

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

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0725Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0776Potential for Harm

Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.

Survey: Aug 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jul 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jul 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jul 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Aug 30, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jul 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 32 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$134,388
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
2
Total Penalties
4

Penalty History

FineJul 21, 2025
$67,158
FineDec 9, 2025
$67,230
Payment DenialJul 21, 2025
40 days denied
Payment DenialJul 12, 2024
40 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.56 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.49 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.53 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing2.58 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.38 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
20.2%
RN Turnover
9.5%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
A&F REALTY LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization5%Mar 31, 2008
B & N REALTY INVESTMENT LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization20%Mar 31, 2008
GUBIN ENTERPRISES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization38%Nov 1, 2013
NUDELL, RAPHAELW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 8, 2018

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center and nearby alternatives.

All Illinois facilities
Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center
Chicago, ILCurrent facilityAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $134,388
Harmony Healthcare & Rehab Ctr
Chicago, IL3,696 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $5,244
Alta Rehab at Fairmont
Chicago, IL3,696 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $98,784
Foster Health & Rehab Center
Chicago, IL4,752 ftAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $151,119
Irving Park Living & Rehab Ctr
Chicago, IL1.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $10,358
Continental Nursing & Rehab Center
Chicago, IL1.4 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $305,887
Paul House & Health Cr Ctr
Chicago, IL1.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $107,115
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center
Chicago, IL · Current facility
—2/52/52/5$134,388
Harmony Healthcare & Rehab Ctr
Chicago, IL
3,696 ft5/54/52/5$5,244
Alta Rehab at Fairmont
Chicago, IL
3,696 ft2/52/52/5$98,784
Foster Health & Rehab Center
Chicago, IL
4,752 ft2/52/53/5$151,119
Irving Park Living & Rehab Ctr
Chicago, IL
1.0 mi2/52/52/5$10,358
Continental Nursing & Rehab Center
Chicago, IL
1.4 mi1/51/52/5$305,887
Paul House & Health Cr Ctr
Chicago, IL
1.6 mi1/51/51/5$107,115

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center?▾
Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Illinois is $6,844/month for a semi-private room and $8,122/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center had 22 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 8, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 2 fine(s) totaling $134,388.
What are the staffing levels at Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center?▾
Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center provides 2.58 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.53 RN hours, 0.49 LPN hours, and 1.56 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 20.2%.
How many beds does Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center have?▾
Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center has 190 certified beds with an average of 179.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Illinois, including 6 in Chicago. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center?▾
On Google Maps, Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center has a rating of 3.2 out of 5 based on 81 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of Infinity Healthcare Consulting

This chain operates 70 facilities. View all →