PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care & Rehab has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended for care. It ranks #83 out of 594 facilities in New York, placing it in the top half of all nursing homes in the state, and #8 out of 57 in Queens County, suggesting only a few local options are better. The facility is on an improving trend, with issues decreasing from 3 in 2023 to none in 2025. Staffing is average, with a rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 31%, which is lower than the state average, indicating some staff stability. Notably, there have been no fines recorded, and the facility has excellent RN coverage, exceeding 93% of New York facilities, which enhances patient safety. However, there are some concerns. Recent inspections found issues such as water stains on ceiling tiles in multiple resident rooms, indicating maintenance problems. Additionally, contaminated linens were discovered in the clean linen room, raising infection control issues. The facility also failed to consistently involve residents or their representatives in care plan meetings, which is critical for ensuring personalized care. While there are strengths to this facility, these weaknesses should be taken into consideration when making a decision.
- Trust Score
- A
- In New York
- #83/594
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 31% turnover. Near New York's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most New York facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 72 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of New York nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (31%)
17 points below New York average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
15pts below New York avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Oct 2023
3 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 observations, record review, and staff interviews conducted during the Recertification/Complaint survey conducted from ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey dated 10/16/23 - 10/23/23, the facility did not ...
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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
Based on observations, interviews, and record review conducted during the Recertification survey from 10/16/23 to 10/23/23, the facility did not ensure a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment to...
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Aug 2021
2 deficiencies
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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review and interviews conducted during the Recertification survey, the facility did not ensure tha...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review, and staff interviews conducted during the recertification survey, the facility did not ens...
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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
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in New York.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most New York facilities.
- • Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much 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 Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab Staffed?
CMS rates PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 31%, compared to the New York average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB during 2021 to 2023. These included: 5 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab?
PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 527 certified beds and approximately 491 residents (about 93% occupancy), it is a large facility located in NEW HYDE PARK, New York.
How Does Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (31%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab?
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 Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB 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 5-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 Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab Stick Around?
PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB has a staff turnover rate of 31%, which is about average for New York nursing homes (state average: 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 Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab Ever Fined?
PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Parker Jewish Institute For Health Care & Rehab on Any Federal Watch List?
PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE & REHAB 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.