nursing home in Port Jefferson, NY
Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A
150 Dark Hollow Road, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 · (631) 473-5400
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A at a glance
Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Port Jefferson, New York (Suffolk 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 2.9 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 (August 11, 2025) found 9 health citations. The New York average is 8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $153,911.
Nursing staff turnover is 55.6% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Carerite Centers
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1974
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Suffolk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335410
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.95 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.48 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.72 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.71 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 83.3% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 8 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 136.8 | 62.2 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $153,911 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 115 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.8% | 90.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.9% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.8% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.1% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.3% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.2% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.9% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.4% | 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) | 22.9% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27% | 19.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.4% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.9% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 80% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.6% | 77.4% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 11, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 18, 2025 |
| August 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2025 |
| August 11, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 11, 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 September 26, 2025 |
| August 11, 2025 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 11, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 11, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 11, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 11, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 11, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Complaint | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2025 |
| January 22, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 1, 2025 |
| February 15, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 4, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 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 April 4, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | 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 April 3, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 3, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 3, 2024 |
| February 28, 2022 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 28, 2022 |
| February 28, 2022 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 27, 2022 |
| February 28, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 11, 2022 |
| February 28, 2022 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2022 |
| February 28, 2022 Standard | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2022 |
| February 28, 2022 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2022 |
| February 28, 2022 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2022 |
| February 28, 2022 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected April 11, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $153,911 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 11, 2025 | Fine | $153,911 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| EINHORN, NEAL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 44% | 08/10/2017 |
| FRIEDMAN, MARK Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 44% | 08/10/2017 |
| RUDNER, AKIVA Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 08/10/2017 |
| SAX, STEVEN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 08/10/2017 |
| MANDELBAUM, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2025 |
| MARCENA, NADGEFFRENA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2024 |
| WHANG, SUNG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| ZUCKER, YOSSIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/22/2017 |
| EINHORN, NEAL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/10/2017 |
| FRIEDMAN, MARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/10/2017 |
| MANDELBAUM, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2025 |
| MARCENA, NADGEFFRENA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2024 |
| WHANG, SUNG Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A's rating?
Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A 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 Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A 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 Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Carerite Centers. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A and how do I contact it?
Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehabilitation A is at 150 Dark Hollow Road, Port Jefferson, NY 11777. Phone: (631) 473-5400.
About this data
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