nursing home in Staten Island, NY

Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center

100 Castleton Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301 · (718) 273-1300

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★3

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

Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center at a glance

Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Staten Island, New York (Richmond County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New York average of 3.

Residents receive about 2.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 19, 2025) found 3 health citations. The New York average is 8.

Federal regulators fined it 13 times in the past three years, totaling $130,902.

Nursing staff turnover is 58.3% per year (state average 40.3%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
120
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
January 1, 1970
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Richmond County
CMS Certification Number
335273

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.8 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.8 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)2 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility2.68 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)2.68 hrs3.63 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.46 hrs0.71 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.71 hrs2.15 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.42 hrs3.18 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)58.3%40.3%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)80%39.8%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)101Worse

Inspections

This facility3New 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)389Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)033Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)3862.280.6Better

Penalties

This facility13New 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)1311Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$130,902$23,070$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)1311Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds120188107
Average residents per day11316886
Occupancy94.3%90.5%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1.7%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)1.7%3.1%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)8.1%6.5%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)15.1%13.7%15.4%Average
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.3%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)1.3%0.5%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)20.9%14.1%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)18%12.5%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4.4%5.8%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)2.4%19.5%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.2%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)10.9%13.2%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)18.9%19.5%19%Average
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)94.3%95.3%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99.3%91.5%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility4.6%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)4.6%1.2%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)71%78.8%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%77.4%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 24, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 9, 2025
March 19, 2025
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 25, 2025
March 19, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 25, 2025
March 19, 2025
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 25, 2025
March 19, 2025
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 25, 2025
March 19, 2025
Standard
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 25, 2025
March 19, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 25, 2025
June 4, 2024
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 29, 2024
April 16, 2024
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 June 12, 2024
April 16, 2024
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2024
April 16, 2024
Complaint
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2024
April 16, 2024
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 June 12, 2024
April 16, 2024
Complaint
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2024
April 16, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2024
January 30, 2023
Fire safety
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0001
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 2, 2023
January 30, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 2, 2023
January 30, 2023
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 2, 2023
January 30, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 2, 2023
January 30, 2023
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 2, 2023
January 30, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 2, 2023
January 30, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected April 2, 2023
January 30, 2023
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 20, 2023
January 30, 2023
Standard
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 20, 2023
January 30, 2023
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 20, 2023
January 30, 2023
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2023
January 30, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2023
January 30, 2023
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2023

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 13 federal penalties in the past three years, including $130,902 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
April 16, 2024Fine$69,518
February 20, 2024Fine$4,938
February 12, 2024Fine$4,938
January 22, 2024Fine$14,814
January 8, 2024Fine$4,938
January 2, 2024Fine$4,587
December 11, 2023Fine$11,645
November 20, 2023Fine$3,176
November 13, 2023Fine$2,823
November 6, 2023Fine$2,470
October 30, 2023Fine$2,117
October 23, 2023Fine$1,764
October 2, 2023Fine$3,174

Owners and managers

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

NameRoleShareSince
GELLEY, DAVID
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest15%10/16/2018
GELLEY, HEIDI
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest31%10/16/2018
GELLEY, DAVID
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/29/2007
GELLEY, HEIDI
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE04/26/2007
KRAUS, SIMONE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/1996
GELLEY, DAVID
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/29/2007

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Frequently asked questions

What is Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center's rating?

Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center has 2 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 Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center 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 Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center?

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

Where is Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center and how do I contact it?

Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center is at 100 Castleton Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301. Phone: (718) 273-1300.

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.