Bayonne University Hospital
Scout 100Bayonne, NJ · 17 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Bayonne's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,590–$17,850/mo
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Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
615 Avenue C, Brooklyn, NY 11218 · Kings County
41
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (224 of 240 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Brooklyn
Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Brooklyn, NY, with 240 certified beds and an average of about 224 residents per day. It operates as part of the Shimon Lefkowitz network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.53 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.80 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.53 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Brooklyn options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 240
- Avg. residents/day
- 224
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Shimon Lefkowitz
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335328
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $14,590–$17,850/mo (median $15,800) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local New York prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.53
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.80
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 29.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 7
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-03
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-03Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2025-12-03Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-12-03Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-12-03Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-12-03Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
2025-12-03Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
2025-12-03Severity C — minimalNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2023-08-31Severity F — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
615 Avenue C, Brooklyn, NY
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
How much does Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation cost?
Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Brooklyn, NY area typically runs $14,590–$17,850 per month (median $15,800, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 4.53 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 93% full (224 of 240 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation offer?
Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Brooklyn, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 240 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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