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Total health inspections
7
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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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.
Waters Edge Rehab & Nursing Center at Port Jefferson
Assisted Living in USA
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Waters Edge Rehab & Nursing Center at Port Jefferson
Waters Edge Rehab & Nursing Center at Port Jefferson is the area’s premier location for short term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. It combines outstanding short term and subacute care with first-class amenities. The facility offers a personalized brand of care in a luxurious setting.
Quality ratings
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.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
90.7%
Residents per day (avg)
107
Occupancy rate
90.7%
Residents per day (avg)
107
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
53% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
42% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$23.8M
Profit
$59.8K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$23.8M
Profit
$59.8K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.1M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$17.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$23.7M
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
CountySuffolk
License Number5149304N
CMS Certification Number335410
Owner NamePort Jefferson Operating, LLC (For Profit)
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short Term Rehabilitation
Long Term Care
Gourmet Meals
Luxurious Décor
Diversified Programming
Personalized Care
Rehabilitation Environment
Specific ProgramsShort Term Rehabilitation, Long Term Care, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Amputee Care, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Recreation, Urban Zen, Concierge / Patient Experience, Dining, Events
Food DescriptionFood is a central part of the recovery process. Our in-house chef works together with our Staff Dietitian to prepare a menu that is both delicious and nutritious. Daily selections are prepared with only the freshest, highest quality ingredients and are well-presented in a most appealing culinary display.
Inspection History
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.
8 inspections
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.
8 with citations, 0 without citations
New York average: 9 inspections (5 with citations)
140 complaints
116.7 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
Latest inspection
Date
August 11, 2025
Annual Inspection28 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 29 citations
34 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 22 deficiencies
5
enforcement actions
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety, or regulatory standards.
November 29, 2021: Stipulation & Order #: NH-22-008
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
January 26, 2021: Stipulation & Order #: NH-21-040
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
October 16, 2018: Stipulation & Order #: NH-19-035
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
January 9, 2013: Stipulation & Order #: NH-16-005
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
June 27, 2012: Stipulation & Order #: NH-16-097
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
Inspection Report Summary for Waters Edge Rehab & Nursing Center at Port Jefferson
The most recent inspection on August 11, 2025, identified deficiencies including an immediate jeopardy level 4 citation related to respiratory and tracheostomy care. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies in quality of care, infection prevention and control, nursing staff sufficiency, and life safety issues, with some immediate jeopardy findings that were corrected within specified timeframes. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated or resolved promptly, with no fines or license actions listed in the available reports. The main themes across inspections involved resident care practices, infection control, and building safety features. The facility’s record shows recurring issues with some improvement efforts, but recent findings indicate ongoing challenges in clinical care areas.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
26
State average N/A
Citations per inspection
3.71
State average N/A
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
17 of 26 citations resulted from standard inspections; 8 of 26 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 26 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
2
2
In line with State averageState average: N/A
Serious Health citations
0
0
In line with State averageState average: N/A
2 critical citations
0 serious citations
23 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Aug 11, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Aug 11, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Aug 11, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Aug 11, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 11, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 11, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Aug 11, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Aug 11, 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.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
186
Employees
121
Contractors
65
Staff to resident ratio
1.82:1
0% compared with State averageState average ratio: 0:0
Avg staff/day
63
Average shift
7.5 hours
0% compared with State averageState average: 0 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
43,147
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
13
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
46
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
79
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
20.5%
8,858 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 25
Licensed Practical Nurse: 20
Speech Language Pathologist: 6
Physical Therapy Aide: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 54 | 25 | 79 | 17,934 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 26 | 20 | 46 | 8,138 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,270 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 2,803 | 66 | 73% | 8.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,994 | 66 | 73% | 7.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,766 | 82 | 90% | 6.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,555 | 91 | 100% | 6.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,046 | 76 | 84% | 6.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 985 | 72 | 79% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 858 | 72 | 79% | 7.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 831 | 86 | 95% | 5.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 529 | 65 | 71% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 496 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 382 | 61 | 67% | 6.3 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 74 | 12 | 13% | 6.2 |
79 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
46 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
73%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
73%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
90%
8 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
4 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
84%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
79%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
79%
4 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
95%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
2 Administrator
% of Days
66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
67%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
67%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days
13%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
102
Medicare
22
21.6% of residents
Medicaid
44
43.1% of residents
Private pay or other
36
35.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
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.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.5
In line with State averageState average: 9.8
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.3
12% worse than State averageState average: 18.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.4%
12% better than State averageState average: 16.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
15.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
15.1%
9% better than State averageState average: 16.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.4%
47% worse than State averageState average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
5% worse than State averageState average: 3.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.9%
24% worse than State averageState average: 7.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than State averageState average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.1%
In line with State averageState average: 6.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.8%
74% better than State averageState average: 18.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
8.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
8.3%
34% better than State averageState average: 12.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.7%
8% better than State averageState average: 91.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.4%
In line with State averageState average: 95.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.3%
20% better than State averageState average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than State averageState average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
80.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
80.0%
In line with State averageState average: 78.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
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)
Total fines amount
$243K
266% higher than State averageState average: $66K
Number of fines
1
51% fewer fines than State averageState average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than State averageState average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$243K
State average
$66K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 11, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 11, 2025
$243K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Waters Edge Rehab & Nursing Center at Port Jefferson based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
90.7%
↑ 1.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$59.8K
↑ ~$876.6K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$11.7M
↑ ~$558.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
0.3%
↑ 4.8pp vs 2022
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