Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehab and Nrsg
150 Dark Hollow Road · Port Jefferson, NY · 11777 · 6314735400
120 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Carerite Centers
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
$153,911 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.23 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.56 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.82 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 58% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $153,911 |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · K August 11, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2025
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.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2025
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 15, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 3, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 15, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected April 3, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D June 14, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.
Corrected June 23, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 14, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected June 23, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected July 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2022
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 11, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2022
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 11, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2022
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 11, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 28, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 11, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2022
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Corrected April 11, 2022 · Nursing and Physician Services
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 11, 2025 | Fine | $153,911 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335410 · certified since December 1, 1974. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.