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Rockaway Care Center

Poor1-Star CMS Rating

353 BEACH 48TH STREET, Far Rockaway, NY 11691

228 Beds
Medicare Since 1976

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353 BEACH 48TH STREET
Far Rockaway, NY 11691

About Rockaway Care Center

Nursing home overview and details

Rockaway Care Center is a for-profit nursing home in Far Rockaway, NY, serving Queens County and the surrounding community. The facility has 228 certified beds with an average daily census of 206.2 residents.

Rockaway Care Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1976, bringing 50 years of experience in long-term care.

CMS has assigned this facility a 1-star quality rating. Families are encouraged to review the detailed quality and safety measures below. When choosing a nursing home in Far Rockaway, NY, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating1/5 Stars
Certified Beds228
Avg. Residents/Day206.2
OwnershipFor profit - Individual
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyQueens
Affiliated Doctors3

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Rockaway Care Center has received a 1-star overall quality rating from CMS. Families considering this facility may want to discuss quality improvement efforts with the administration and review the detailed inspection and staffing data below.

Health Inspection

Poor

Quality Measures

Below Average

Staffing

Below Average

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Rockaway Care Center provides 3.35 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.75 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 40.9%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 60.5%. Weekend staffing averages 3.01 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.75
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.35
Total Nurse Turnover Rate40.9%
RN Turnover Rate60.5%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.01

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Rockaway Care Center has received 1 fine totaling $135,193. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines1 ($135,193)
Total Penalties1

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Rockaway Care Center

What is the CMS rating for Rockaway Care Center?

Rockaway Care Center has a 1-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Rockaway Care Center have?

Rockaway Care Center has 228 certified beds with an average daily census of 206.2 residents.

What type of facility is Rockaway Care Center?

Rockaway Care Center is a for profit - individual nursing home serving Queens County in Far Rockaway, NY.

How many doctors practice at Rockaway Care Center?

3 physicians are affiliated with Rockaway Care Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Rockaway Care Center have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Rockaway Care Center has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·