Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

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The Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center stands as a 163-bed haven of skilled nursing excellence. Its strategic location places it near both Cambridge and downtown Boston, granting residents easy access to a plethora of local conveniences and recreational offerings. The establishment offers private and semi-private rooms adorned with sweeping views that enhance the living experience.
Beyond the captivating vistas, the center boasts inviting meeting spaces, splendid outdoor patios, and generously proportioned dining areas. This carefully curated environment serves as an idyllic backdrop for recovery, fostering a sense of comfort and wellness. A registered dietitian is at the helm, ensuring comprehensive and tailored nutritional support. Among the services, palliative and hospice care, pain management, short-term rehab, and long-term care are seamlessly integrated, catering to a diverse spectrum of needs. Welcoming various insurance options, including Medicare, Medicaid, private pay, UHC One Care, and more, this establishment is committed to providing top-notch care that transcends expectations.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
2,555 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 43 | 10 | 53 | 20,941 | 89 | 97% | 8.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 16 | 35 | 11,034 | 90 | 98% | 9.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 23 | 30 | 4,694 | 92 | 100% | 10.1 |
| Dietitian | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,794 | 88 | 96% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 2 | 3 | 479 | 61 | 66% | 7.1 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 458 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 411 | 62 | 67% | 5.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 255 | 34 | 37% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 196 | 27 | 29% | 6.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 62 | 16 | 17% | 3.7 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 8 | 9% | 6 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 12 | 13% | 1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 15 | 16% | 0.8 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
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)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Aug 28, 2024 · $56K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
41% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
5% of new residents, often for short stays.
53% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents 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.
Historical financial and operational data for Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
3.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Watertown's city center to Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.37 miles to nearest hospital (Franciscan Children's)
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Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is located in Watertown, Massachusetts.
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Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is in the East Watertown neighborhood.
Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Yes — there is 1 photo of Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in the photo gallery on this page.
(617) 924-1130 will put you in contact with the team at Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
Yes — Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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