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Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

1805 Providence Avenue, Niskayuna, NY 12309 · Schenectady County

Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Upstate New Yorks #1 complex care provider for Pediatrics, Ventilators, T.B.I. Adult Care

4.0CMS overall rating(518) 374-2212Visit website ↗
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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookVery limited availability

Typically 96% full (107 of 112 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Niskayuna

Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Niskayuna, NY, with 112 certified beds and an average of about 107 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.94 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.64 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (3.94 hrs/resident/day)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Niskayuna for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
112
Avg. residents/day
107
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
335701

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$12,900–$15,790/mo (median $13,970)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Albany prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.94
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.64
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
47.7%
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)
5
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-01-10
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (12 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-01-10Severity F — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-01-10Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing 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.

2025-01-10Severity 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.

2025-01-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

2025-01-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2023-09-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2022-04-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2019-12-10Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

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
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Library

Location

1805 Providence Avenue, Niskayuna, 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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Common questions about Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

How much does Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost?

Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Niskayuna, NY area typically runs $12,900–$15,790 per month (median $13,970, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 3.94 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 12 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 96% full (107 of 112 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?

Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Niskayuna, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 112 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Albany.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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