BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home has a Trust Grade of C+, indicating it is slightly above average but not without its issues. It ranks #143 out of 594 facilities in New York, placing it in the top half, and #12 out of 40 in Kings County, meaning only 11 local options are better. The facility is improving, with a decrease in reported issues from 6 in 2023 to 5 in 2024. Staffing is a concern here, with a 3/5 rating and a turnover rate of 53%, which is higher than the state average, indicating that staff may not stay long enough to build strong relationships with residents. The facility has accrued $230,089 in fines, which is alarming and suggests ongoing compliance issues. In terms of specific incidents, one resident with severe cognitive impairment had a bruise on their arm that went unaddressed for several days, raising questions about timely care. Additionally, another resident who required oxygen was found with tubing touching the floor, which poses a risk to their health. There was also a failure to involve a resident or their representative in the development of their care plan, indicating a lack of communication and engagement in their own care. Overall, while there are strengths in some areas, these weaknesses highlight significant concerns that families should consider.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In New York
- #143/594
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 53% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ○ Average
- $230,089 in fines. Higher than 70% of New York facilities. Some compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 26 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for New York. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 16 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near New York avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Well above median ($33,413)
Significant penalties indicating serious issues
The Ugly 16 deficiencies on record
Sept 2024
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0553
(Tag F0553)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews conducted during the Recertification survey from 09/03/2024 to 09/10/2024, the facility di...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review conducted during the Recertification/Complaint survey (NY00348151) from 09/3/2024 to 09/10...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #7 had diagnoses which included Congestive Heart Failure, Major Depressive Disorder, and Unspecified Pain.
On 09/10/...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, record review, and interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey from 09/02/2024 to 09/10/2024, the facility did not ensure that food was stored in accordance with prof...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #105 (NY00348151) was admitted to the facility with diagnoses which included Vascular Dementia, Cerebral Atheroscler...
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May 2023
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations and interviews conducted during the Recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that a safe, clean...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and staff interviews, during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0685
(Tag F0685)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review conducted during a Recertification and abbreviated survey from 05/21/23 to 05/...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, and record review conducted during a Recertification survey from 05/21/2023 to 05/16/2023, the...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
MDS Data Transmission
(Tag F0640)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and staff interview conducted during the Recertification survey from 5/21/23 to 5/26/23, the facility did not ensure that the Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 Assessments were electro...
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Apr 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interviews during an Abbreviated Survey (ACTS Reference Case #NY00313814), the facility...
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Apr 2021
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2). Resident #85 was admitted to the facility 06/03/2020, with diagnoses that included Malnutrition, Depression, and Urinary Tra...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4) Resident #94 was admitted with diagnoses that include Depression, Schizophrenia and Diabetes Mellitus.
The admission Minimum...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview conducted during the Recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that a resident received appropriate care and follow up to treat a Urinary Tract Infection...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Menu Adequacy
(Tag F0803)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, record review and interviews, during the re-certification/Complaints survey, the facility did not ensure that menu reflected a resident's choices. Specifically, a resident who e...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #22 was admitted with diagnoses which include Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Asthma, and dependence on suppleme...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: $230,089 in fines, Payment denial on record. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 16 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • $230,089 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in New York. Major compliance failures.
About This Facility
What is Brooklyn-Queens's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within New York, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Brooklyn-Queens Staffed?
CMS rates BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 53%, compared to the New York average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 67%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Brooklyn-Queens?
State health inspectors documented 16 deficiencies at BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME during 2021 to 2024. These included: 15 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Brooklyn-Queens?
BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 140 certified beds and approximately 136 residents (about 97% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in BROOKLYN, New York.
How Does Brooklyn-Queens Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (53%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Brooklyn-Queens?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Brooklyn-Queens Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in New York. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Brooklyn-Queens Stick Around?
BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME has a staff turnover rate of 53%, which is 7 percentage points above the New York average of 46%. Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Brooklyn-Queens Ever Fined?
BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME has been fined $230,089 across 3 penalty actions. This is 6.5x the New York average of $35,380. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.
Is Brooklyn-Queens on Any Federal Watch List?
BROOKLYN-QUEENS NURSING HOME is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.