BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Beacon Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Rockaway Park, New York, has a Trust Grade of B+, which indicates it is above average and generally recommended. It ranks #140 out of 594 nursing homes in New York, placing it in the top half, and #14 out of 57 in Queens County, meaning there are only 13 facilities in the area rated higher. However, the facility is experiencing a worsening trend, with the number of issues increasing from 3 in 2022 to 6 in 2024. Staffing is a relative strength, rated at 3 out of 5 stars with a turnover rate of 30%, which is better than the state's average of 40%. On the downside, it has incurred $8,512 in fines, which is higher than 75% of other New York facilities, indicating potential compliance issues. There are also some concerning incidents noted: for example, one resident was not properly invited to their care plan meetings, and another resident's oxygen tubing was found touching the floor, violating infection control practices. Additionally, a resident was not provided with necessary notices regarding their Medicare coverage upon termination of skilled services, which could lead to confusion about their benefits. Overall, while there are strengths in staffing and care quality measures, families should be aware of the facility's recent compliance issues and the need for improvement in certain areas.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In New York
- #140/594
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 30% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 18 points below New York's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $8,512 in fines. Higher than 80% of New York facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 49 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for New York. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ○ Average
- 9 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (30%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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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 is low (30%)
18 points below New York average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
The Ugly 9 deficiencies on record
Feb 2024
6 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** 2. Resident #4 had diagnoses of major depression and atrial fibrillation.
The Minimum Data Set 3.0 assessment dated [DATE] docu...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0582
(Tag F0582)
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 survey from 1/28/2024 to 2/2/2024, the facility did n...
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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, interviews, and record review conducted during the Recertification Survey from 1/28/2024 to 2/2/2024, the ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0679
(Tag F0679)
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 conducted during the recertification survey from 1/28/2024 to 2/2/2024, the...
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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
Deficiency F0776
(Tag F0776)
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 conducted during the Recertification and Complaint survey (NY00297169) from ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2) Resident #67 had diagnoses of paraplegia and neurogenic bladder.
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Feb 2022
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0568
(Tag F0568)
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 individu...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
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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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, and staff interviews conducted during the Recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that infect...
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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 B+ (81/100). Above average facility, better than most options in New York.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • 30% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 18 points below New York's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER 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 Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Staffed?
CMS rates BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 30%, compared to the New York average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care. RN turnover specifically is 56%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center?
State health inspectors documented 9 deficiencies at BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER during 2022 to 2024. These included: 9 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center?
BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER 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 120 certified beds and approximately 113 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in ROCKAWAY PARK, New York.
How Does Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (30%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center?
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 Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER 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 Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Stick Around?
Staff at BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 30%, the facility is 16 percentage points below the New York average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly.
Was Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Ever Fined?
BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER has been fined $8,512 across 1 penalty action. This is below the New York average of $33,164. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Beacon Rehabilitation And Nursing Center on Any Federal Watch List?
BEACON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER 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.