nursing home in Rochester, NY

St. John's Health Care Corporation

150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620 · (585) 760-1300

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★4

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

St. John's Health Care Corporation at a glance

St. John's Health Care Corporation is a 455-bed for-profit nursing home in Rochester, New York (Monroe County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New York average of 3.

Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 9, 2025) found 14 health citations. The New York average is 8.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $141,034.

Nursing staff turnover is 46.8% per year (state average 40.3%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
455
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
June 19, 1972
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Monroe County
CMS Certification Number
335008

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.8 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.8 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)3 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility4.24 hrsNew York average3.63 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)4.24 hrs3.63 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.65 hrs0.71 hrs0.69 hrsAverage
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.28 hrs2.15 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.83 hrs3.18 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)46.8%40.3%45.8%Average
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)46.9%39.8%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility14New York average8U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1489Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)233Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)15662.280.6Worse

Penalties

This facility2New York average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$141,034$23,070$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds455188107
Average residents per day33816886
Occupancy74.2%90.5%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.6%New York average3.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)4.6%3.1%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)7%6.5%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)10.8%13.7%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)2.6%1.3%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.6%0.5%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)30.7%14.1%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)28.7%12.5%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)8.7%5.8%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)4.7%19.5%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0.2%0.2%0.1%Worse
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)7.1%13.2%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)32.6%19.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)92.5%95.3%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)41.7%91.5%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility1.1%New York average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.1%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)48.5%78.8%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)52.9%77.4%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 30 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 9, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 5, 2025
June 9, 2025
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 5, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 22, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 5, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 5, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0810
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 9, 2025
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected August 8, 2025
December 13, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Fire safety
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2024
December 13, 2023
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2024
November 8, 2021
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2022
November 8, 2021
Fire safety
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 21, 2022
November 8, 2021
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 21, 2022
November 8, 2021
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 21, 2022
November 8, 2021
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2022
November 8, 2021
Standard
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2022
November 8, 2021
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2022
November 8, 2021
Standard
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2022
November 8, 2021
Standard
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2022

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $141,034 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
June 9, 2025Fine$77,168
December 13, 2023Fine$63,866

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
BOEHNER, ROBERT
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE09/25/2007
DUMYATI, GHINWA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE06/30/2021
HALEWSKI, HELEN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE06/30/2021
PETTINE, RAY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE06/30/2021
SHUMWAY, BRIDGET
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE09/25/2007
WALLACE, WILLIAM
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE06/30/2021
RUNYON, CHARLES
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/01/1993
ST JOHNS HEALTH CARE CORPORATION
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/02/2007
RUNYON, CHARLES
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE02/01/1993

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Frequently asked questions

What is St. John's Health Care Corporation's rating?

St. John's Health Care Corporation has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New York nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did St. John's Health Care Corporation receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does St. John's Health Care Corporation accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns St. John's Health Care Corporation?

It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is St. John's Health Care Corporation and how do I contact it?

St. John's Health Care Corporation is at 150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620. Phone: (585) 760-1300.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.