ROCKAWAY CARE CENTER
353 BEACH 48TH STREET, FAR ROCKAWAY, NY 11691 · CCN 335571
Ratings
- Overall
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
- Health inspection
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
- Quality measures
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Staffing
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Certified beds
- 228
- Avg residents/day
- 206.0
- Phone
- 7184715000
Inspection history vs New York & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | New York avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-07-27 | 14 | 7.7 | 9.5 | +6.3 worse |
| 2 | 2021-07-12 | 5 | 6.1 | 9.8 | -1.1 better |
| 3 | 2019-02-08 | 0 | 5.7 | 9.3 | -5.7 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 3 |
| Quality of life and care | 3 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 3 |
| Nursing and physician services | 1 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 2 |
| Administration | 1 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 3.36 | 35.8% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.68 | 51.7% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 2.96 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $135,193
- Number of fines
- 1
- Number of penalties
- 1
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (19)1 immediate jeopardy1 actual harm
- GF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2025-12-11 · Health · corrected 2026-02-09
Actual harm
- DF0604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.2025-12-10 · Health · corrected 2026-02-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-12-10 · Health · corrected 2026-02-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2025-12-10 · Health · corrected 2026-02-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2025-04-25 · Health · corrected 2025-06-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.2025-04-25 · Health · corrected 2025-06-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- JF0742Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.2025-04-25 · Health · corrected 2025-06-05
Immediate jeopardy
- DF0604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.2023-07-27 · Health · corrected 2023-09-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2023-07-27 · Health · corrected 2023-09-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.2023-07-27 · Health · corrected 2023-09-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.2023-07-27 · Health · corrected 2023-09-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2023-07-27 · Health · corrected 2023-09-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0849Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.2023-07-27 · Health · corrected 2023-09-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2023-07-27 · Health · corrected 2023-09-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.2021-07-12 · Health · corrected 2021-08-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2021-07-12 · Health · corrected 2021-08-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2021-07-12 · Health · corrected 2021-08-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2021-07-12 · Health · corrected 2021-08-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2021-07-12 · Health · corrected 2021-08-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELNICKE, MICHAEL | Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | 2008-06-24 |
| SIRKIS, AVROM | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2018-07-30 |
| SIRKIS, AVROM | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2018-07-30 |
| JAFFA, ROSALIE | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2018-02-11 |
| STERLING NATIONAL BANK | Organization | 5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTEREST | — | 2017-05-26 |
Other facilities in FAR ROCKAWAY
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| BEZALEL REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER | ★★★★☆ | 120 |
| PREMIER NSG & REHAB CENTER OF FAR ROCKAWAY | ★★★☆☆ | 183 |
| BEACH GARDENS REHAB AND NURSING CENTER | ★★★☆☆ | 163 |
| QUEENS NASSAU REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER | ★★★☆☆ | 200 |
| PENINSULA NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER | ★★☆☆☆ | 200 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.