Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing
35 15 Parsons Blvd
Flushing, NY 11354
(718) 961-3500
Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Nurse staffing
3.10
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted
Registered nurses: 0.85 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover: 25% a year
Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.
Inspection history
Inspected May 6, 2025
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
DF0559 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedHonor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 30, 2025
DF0880 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 30, 2025
Inspected December 30, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
EF0835 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 11, 2025
Inspected May 9, 2024
13 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
BF0640 No actual harm with potential for minimal harm · PatternEncode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
EF0550 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
EF0552 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
EF0583 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
EF0657 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
EF0679 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
EF0880 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
FF0730 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · WidespreadObserve each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
FF0835 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · WidespreadAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
FF0947 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · WidespreadEnsure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
JF0600 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · IsolatedProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
JF0609 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · IsolatedTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
JF0610 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · IsolatedRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 19, 2024
Inspected November 21, 2023
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
DF0657 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 12, 2023
DF0661 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedEnsure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 12, 2023
Inspected October 31, 2022
10 citations · Health
DF0558 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
DF0641 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
DF0645 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
DF0656 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
DF0685 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedAssist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
DF0711 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · IsolatedEnsure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
EF0583 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
EF0655 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
EF0657 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · PatternDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
FF0812 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · WidespreadProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 30, 2022
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|
| May 9, 2024 | Fine | $87,741 |