Jessica Garza
Jul 2026
I had to have a surgery I was in the hospital for two and a half days and everyone was so nice and so polite from the surgeon to the CNAs the staff at this hospital is wonderful
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 63
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 63
- Inspections
- View history (18 citations)
- Facility setting
- Skilled nursing unit located within an acute-care hospital
- Emergency capability
- No on-site trauma center; serious cases transferred out
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Reviews for SBL Fayette County Hospital mostly describe experiences with the hospital's ER, surgical, and walk-in clinic services rather than the skilled nursing/long-term care unit itself. Feedback is sharply divided: many praise individual nurses and surgical staff for compassionate care, while a large number of reviewers describe serious concerns about ER wait times, diagnostic thoroughness, and staff attitude. One reviewer specifically raised a hygiene/infection-control concern in the long-term care unit.
The Good
- Surgical and pre/post-op nursing staff praised by name
- Reviewers describe nurses as kind and caring
- Rehab unit described as clean and sterile
- Positive experiences with emergency stabilization and transfer coordination
- Some reviewers call staff life-saving and highly professional
The Bad
- Many reviewers report rude or dismissive ER staff and doctors
- Multiple complaints about long wait times in ER and walk-in clinic
- Several reports of feeling misdiagnosed or inadequately examined
- One report of scabies in the long-term care unit being denied by staff
- One report of billing and communication problems over an ER visit
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SBL Fayette County Hospital is a senior living community in Vandalia, Illinois offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Housekeeping, Emergency Call System and Wheelchair Accessible. Families rate it 2.8 out of 5 across 60 reviews.
About SBL Fayette County Hospital
SBL Fayette County Hospital is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Vandalia, Illinois. The community is licensed for up to 63 residents.
Families rate SBL Fayette County Hospital 2.8 out of 5 based on 60 Google reviews.
Contact the community directly to ask about availability, pricing, and tours, or browse the photos and reviews here to see if it could be the right fit for your family.
Types of Care at SBL Fayette County Hospital
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Wheelchair Accessible
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
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Help Me ChooseReviews of SBL Fayette County Hospital
2.8overall · 60 ratings combined
2.8★ on Google (60)
Anna B.
Jul 2026
Dr. Blaser and the surgical team were incredible when my husband had a lump removed a few days ago. We were well taken care of by reception, the first nurse named Mark, the second nurse (we forgot her name) and the anesthesiologist. They were all absolutely amazing throughout the entire process. Dr. Blaser has excellent bedside manner, he is friendly, laid back, highly knowledgeable.and did a great job on the incision, which will barely be noticable when healed. We are completely satisfied and are grateful for everyone's care. People generally do reviews because they are upset with their experience. I think those who have had a good experience, like my husband had, should take the time to review, as well, although veryone's experience matters.
Austin Davis
Jun 2026
You bring someone you care about to this hospital, you might as well be killing them yourself.
Cheyenne Holt
May 2026
Came into ER due to blinding migraine where my face went numb, on top of vomiting. Was told it was due to allergies 🤔 even tho I've never had allergy issues before and this came sudden and hard at 5am with back to back vomiting. Only the front desk lady and one nurse had amazing bedside manner. Couldn't understand the dr much, but he didnt wanna listen when I explained the issues either, claiming its "the weather". waited for discharge papers because they basically said i was fine, the lady who gave them to me had a horrible attitude wanting to be snarky and say "well you did come to the ER." And "do you just wanna sign and go?" But with such attitude....definitely dont recommend this place unless you absolutely have no choice. But I highly recommend Highland, illinois hospital! They have always been amazing with me! Great staff, drs, and they are definitely more on top of their patients and care.
Snipper_32
May 2026
Please don’t go here for any serious or life threatening medical issues. They will not help you. The doctors have serious attitude problems and don’t take anything serious and won’t do anything to help you.
Government Inspection History
4 inspection visits in the last three years, 18 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Jan 16, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2026
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2026
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2026
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2026
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 20, 2026
Oct 24, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 13, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 13, 2024
Sep 14, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard5 citations
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 4, 2023
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 15, 2023
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 15, 2023
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 15, 2023
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 4, 2023
Jul 12, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 4, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does SBL Fayette County Hospital offer?
SBL Fayette County Hospital offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is SBL Fayette County Hospital located?
SBL Fayette County Hospital is located at 650 W Taylor St in Vandalia, Illinois.
What do families say about SBL Fayette County Hospital?
Reviews for SBL Fayette County Hospital mostly describe experiences with the hospital's ER, surgical, and walk-in clinic services rather than the skilled nursing/long-term care unit itself. Feedback is sharply divided: many praise individual nurses and surgical staff for compassionate care, while a large number of reviewers describe serious concerns about ER wait times, diagnostic thoroughness, and staff attitude. One reviewer specifically raised a hygiene/infection-control concern in the long-term care unit.
How did SBL Fayette County Hospital do on recent health and safety inspections?
SBL Fayette County Hospital had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 18 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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