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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Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing
35 15 Parsons Blvd, Flushing, NY 11354 · Queens County
45
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (216 of 227 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Flushing
Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Flushing, NY, with 227 certified beds and an average of about 216 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sapphire Care Group network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.19 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.87 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $87,741 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.19 hrs/resident/day)
- •$87,741 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Flushing options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 227
- Avg. residents/day
- 216
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Sapphire Care Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335133
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
- 3.19
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.87
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 24.8%
- 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)
- 2
- Federal fines
- 1 ($87,741)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-06
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-06Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-05-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
2024-12-30Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
2024-05-09Severity J — immediate jeopardyFreedom 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.
2024-05-09Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.
2024-05-09Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2024-05-09Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
2024-05-09Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-09 | Fine | $87,741 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Private rooms available
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
35 15 Parsons Blvd, Flushing, 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 Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing
How much does Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing cost?
Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Flushing, 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 Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing?
Staff provide about 3.19 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing?
Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing has 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing have availability?
Typically 95% full (216 of 227 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 Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing offer?
Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing in Flushing, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 227 beds.
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