Ambassador Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Ambassador Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a Nursing Home in Michigan

Ambassador Nursing and Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in Michigan

Ambassador Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

4900 N Bernard St, Chicago, IL 60625 View Map

Ambassador Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a Nursing Home in Michigan

Ambassador Nursing and Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in Michigan

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Overview of Ambassador Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Nestled in a prime location with easy access to all the urban amenities, Ambassador Nursing and Rehabilitation Center boasts an array of services focused on providing comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of their well-being. From IV services to nutritional support, respiratory care to in-house diagnostics, and pain management to wound care, Ambassador ensures that patients receive the highest standard from a dedicated team of professionals. Ambassador is also committed to inclusivity, with a bilingual staff fluent in English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication and personalized care for native Spanish speakers.
With 190 nursing beds, Ambassador can provide care to a diverse range of patients, offering a safe and supportive environment for their recovery and rehabilitation. The home also recognizes the importance of addressing the spiritual needs of patients, offering Christian and Catholic services to provide comfort and support during their stay. The friendly and compassionate staff at Ambassador create a warm and welcoming environment where patients feel at ease, and the multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to develop personalized care plans that meet the needs of each resident.

(773) 583-7130

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 2.21/day Michigan avg: 4.30/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Michigan avg: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Michigan avg: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Michigan avg: 3.5/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5
Michigan avg: 3.8/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 190

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Michigan average
Occupancy rate 69.5%
Residents per day (avg) 161
Occupancy rate
69.5%
Residents per day (avg)
161

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

17% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

6% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 months

Medicaid

77% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$15.1M
Operating loss
-$1.5M
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$15,140,090.00
Operating loss
$-1,461,374.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.2M
47.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.4M
Total costs $16.6M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 88 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
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AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Places of interest near Ambassador Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Address 7.4 miles from city center — 4.72 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago)

Address 4900 N Bernard St, Chicago, IL 60625

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

137
Total Staff
117
Employees
20
Contractors
50,112
Total Hours (Quarter)
69
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse198.1 No
Licensed Practical Nurse209.2 No
Certified Nursing Assistant557.9 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
95 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Therapy Services
16 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
1 staff
5.1hs shift avg
Social Services
7 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services
10 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
3.9%
of total hours from contractors
1,936 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 3
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant5505522,67691100%7.9
Licensed Practical Nurse200208,53291100%9.2
Registered Nurse190198,48891100%8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff9093,29291100%6.9
Mental Health Service Worker3031,3457785%8
Other Social Services Staff4041,0245763%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist2028158695%5.8
Administrator1016197178%8.7
Physical Therapy Assistant0556128593%6.2
RN Director of Nursing1015246673%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist0445097481%5.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0554826470%6.9
Dietitian1014585965%7.8
Nurse Practitioner2024055358%7.6
Physical Therapy Aide0222373235%7.2
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist011671314%5.1
Qualified Social Worker033301213%2.5

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 19
192% above Michigan average
Michigan average: 6.5

Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total Health citations 62
85% above Michigan average
Michigan average: 33.5

3.26 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 38 citations
Complaint investigations 27 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 0
100% below Michigan average
Michigan average: 0.3
Serious Health citations 4
111% above Michigan average
Michigan average: 1.9
Moderate Health citations 58

Minor Health citations 0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Sep 11, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care serious citation Aug 21, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Aug 08, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Aug 08, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Individual
Resident Census by Payment Source
139 Total Residents
Medicare 5 (3.6%)
Medicaid 132 (95%)
Private Pay/Other 2 (1.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score 6.0
39% better than Michigan average
Michigan average: 9.7
Functional decline score 11.5
38% better than Michigan average
Michigan average: 18.6
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 7.4%
52% below Michigan average.

Walking Ability Worsened 10.0%
46% below Michigan average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 17.1%
21% below Michigan average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 1.9%
43% below Michigan average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 4.4%
17% below Michigan average.

Urinary Tract Infection 1.4%
22% below Michigan average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 95.7%
99% above Michigan average.

Antipsychotic Use 21.1%
4% above Michigan average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 95.1%
7% above Michigan average.

Influenza Vaccine 94.2%
3% above Michigan average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 6.1%
7% below Michigan average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 43.5%

36% worse than Michigan average
Antipsychotic medication increase 5.7%

143% worse than Michigan average
Influenza Vaccine 51.6%

18% worse than Michigan average

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $0
This home paid 100% less in fines than the state average.
Michigan average: $143K
Number of Fines 0
This home received 100% fewer fines than the state average.
Michigan average: 3.0
Payment Denials 2
This home had 89% more payment denials than the state average.
Michigan average: 1.1
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Payment Denial Jul 21, 2025
40 days
Payment Denial Jul 12, 2024
40 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+, Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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