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Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation

3530 Wayne Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467 · Bronx County

3.0CMS overall rating(718) 655-1700Visit website ↗
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookVery limited availability

Typically 97% full (235 of 243 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Bronx

Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bronx, NY, with 243 certified beds and an average of about 235 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 3.61 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.17 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.8%, 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

  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.61 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Bronx, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
243
Avg. residents/day
235
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
335495

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$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

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.61
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.17
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
31.8%
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
2025-01-21
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (17 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-01-21Severity 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.

2025-01-21Severity 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.

2025-01-21Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2025-01-21Severity D — 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.

2025-01-21Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2025-01-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-01-21Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.

2025-01-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

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
  • Physical therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Daily activities & events
  • 24-hour staff

Location

3530 Wayne Avenue, Bronx, 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 Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation

How much does Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation cost?

Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bronx, 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 Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation?

Staff provide about 3.61 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation?

Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation have availability?

Typically 97% full (235 of 243 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 Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation offer?

Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation in Bronx, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 243 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 New York.
  • 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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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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