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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a recognized name among the best care nursing homes, situated in Syracuse, New York. As a certified skilled nursing facility, their steadfast commitment to care is evident. The center serves those requiring short-term rehab or long-term care, providing top-tier medical nursing services that streamline the journey to recovery.
Within this establishment, you’ll find thoughtfully furnished accommodations, embodying an impressive sense of style. Residents can add their personal touch, with the option to bring their own furnishings and decorations, making it their own. Private bathrooms, cable TV, local phone service, and a suite of amenities enhance the living experience. Culinary excellence shines through with chef-prepared nutritious meals, complementing the spectrum of recreation and therapy offerings. Alongside these offerings, the center provides essential services such as housekeeping, laundry, Wi-Fi, access to a resident library, beautician services, and even nutritional counseling. The reputation of the Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is further reinforced by positive nursing home reviews, showcasing its dedication to enriching lives and setting a high standard of care.
Theresa Bulone, Administrator at Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, brings over 22 years of healthcare experience. A registered nurse for 13 years and former Director of Nursing, she combines clinical and administrative expertise to lead the team with a multi-focal perspective. Theresa is dedicated to ensuring quality and compassionate care for residents, reflecting her deep commitment to long-term care.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 25th out of 362 homes in New York.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 26m per day | ▼ 38% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 48m per day | ▲ 4% State avg: 46m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 32m per day | ▲ 16% State avg: 2h 11m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 18m per day | ▲ 4% State avg: 3h 10m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 4m per day | ▼ 43% State avg: 7m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 14m per day | ▼ 50% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
62% of new residents, often for short stays.
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #46 / 359Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 46th out of 359 homes in New York.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the New York average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Lower than the New York average: 88.3%Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is legally operated by VDRNC, LLC (For Profit).
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Total Residents: 513
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Mid-rise
In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
14 with citations, 4 without citations
33 on-site complaint investigations
New York average: 9 inspections (5 with citations), 15 on-site complaint investigations
86 complaints per 100 occupied beds
New York average: 49.9 complaints per 100 occupied beds
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
New York average: 79 complaints
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 29 citations
New York average: 20 health citations
New York average: 4 life safety citations
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 22 deficiencies
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety, or regulatory standards.
January 23, 2025: Stipulation & Order #NH-25-078
Resident Rights
April 18, 2025: Stipulation & Order #NH-25-079
Multiple Deficiencies
September 13, 2023: Stipulation & Order #NH-24-030
Other Services
July 28, 2023: Stipulation & Order #NH-24-013
Quality of Care
June 21, 2021: Stipulation & Order #NH-22-042
Quality of Care
October 5, 2018: Stipulation & Order #NH-19-009
Multiple Deficiencies
December 19, 2017: Stipulation & Order #NH-18-033
Multiple Deficiencies
December 5, 2012: Stipulation & Order #NH-17-010
Quality of Care
October 14, 2015: Stipulation & Order #NH-16-172
Multiple Deficiencies
March 14, 2016: Stipulation & Order #NH-16-136
Multiple Deficiencies
The most recent inspection on December 15, 2025, identified deficiencies related to resident dignity and respect, housekeeping and maintenance, treatment and care, food service, and environmental cleanliness. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including inadequate pest control, failure to protect residents from abuse, medication delays, and problems with care planning, supervision, and discharge procedures. Complaint investigations substantiated a sexual abuse incident and unsafe discharge practices that posed immediate jeopardy to resident safety. Enforcement actions such as immediate jeopardy findings were noted in prior reports, but no fines or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s deficiencies have persisted over time with recurring themes in resident care, environment, and safety, indicating ongoing challenges without clear improvement.
New York average 3.6
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
New York average 18.5
New York average 5.05
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
38 of 65 citations resulted from standard inspections; 6 of 65 resulted from complaint investigations; and 21 of 65 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
1900% worse than New York averageNew York average: 0.2
3
1400% worse than New York averageNew York average: 0.2
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jul 14, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Apr 18, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Apr 18, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Apr 18, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
| Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing |
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4.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Syracuse's city center to Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.17 miles to nearest hospital (Upstate Community Hospital)
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
514% better than New York averageNew York average ratio: 0.18:1
10% better than New York averageNew York average: 7.7 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
13,323 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 261 | 0 | 261 | 111,091 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 59 | 51 | 110 | 36,471 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 33 | 1 | 34 | 13,252 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 19 | 0 | 19 | 5,460 | 84 | 92% | 7.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 21 | 0 | 21 | 5,117 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 15 | 0 | 15 | 5,027 | 78 | 86% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 16 | 0 | 16 | 3,999 | 84 | 92% | 7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,780 | 88 | 97% | 7.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,599 | 81 | 89% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 17 | 0 | 17 | 3,235 | 85 | 93% | 6.9 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,002 | 72 | 79% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 937 | 68 | 75% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 2 | 0 | 2 | 926 | 65 | 71% | 8.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 59 | 65% | 8.1 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
483Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.6
22% better than New York averageNew York average: 9.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.1
In line with New York averageNew York average: 18.1
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.2%
26% better than New York averageNew York average: 16.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
13.7%
17% better than New York averageNew York average: 16.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.3%
32% worse than New York averageNew York average: 21.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
In line with New York averageNew York average: 3.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.7%
63% better than New York averageNew York average: 7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.4%
69% better than New York averageNew York average: 1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.4%
5% worse than New York averageNew York average: 6.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.3%
98% better than New York averageNew York average: 18.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.5%
7% better than New York averageNew York average: 91.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.4%
In line with New York averageNew York average: 95.2%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.64
In line with New York averageNew York average: 1.71
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.30
In line with New York averageNew York average: 1.35
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
79.8%
In line with New York averageNew York average: 76.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.3%
In line with New York averageNew York average: 1.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
75.0%
5% worse than New York averageNew York average: 78.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
20.7%
In line with New York averageNew York average: 20.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
12.5%
29% worse than New York averageNew York average: 9.7%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.0%
34% worse than New York averageNew York average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
44.9%
16% worse than New York averageNew York average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
31.1%
39% worse than New York averageNew York average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
474% higher than New York averageNew York average: $66K
97% more fines than New York averageNew York average: 2.0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than New York averageNew York average: 0.1
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 18, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 23, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Sep 13, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 28, 2023Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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