A+
96/100NYS Veterans Home in NYC Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Jamaica, New York)
178-50 Linden Boulevard, Jamaica, New York 11434
Phone: 7189900329
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
250
Avg Residents/Day
217.8
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Queens
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health4/5
Staffing5/5
Quality4/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | New York Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 0.68 | 0.73 | -0.04 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 4.79 | 3.69 | +1.10 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 5/5 | 2.9/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 32.8% | 40.3% | - |
Health Citation History
10 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-02 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-12-10 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-16 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-16 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-16 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-16 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-16 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-16 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-16 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
19 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-16 | Egress Deficiencies | Have exits that are accessible at all times. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-16 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-05-16 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Construction Deficiencies | Use approved construction type or materials. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Egress Deficiencies | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Egress Deficiencies | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper power supply for life support equipment. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Egress Deficiencies | Install proper backup exit lighting. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2022-04-21 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2019-07-18 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2019-07-18 | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2019-07-18 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2019-07-18 | Egress Deficiencies | Install proper backup exit lighting. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
0
Total Penalties
No penalty records found.
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