SeniorCareRanked
New York/BROOKLYN
50
Fair

SCHULMAN AND SCHACHNE INST FOR NURSING & REHAB

555 ROCKAWAY PARKWAY, BROOKLYN, NY 11212
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

SCHULMAN AND SCHACHNE INST FOR NURSING & REHAB is a 448-bed for profit - corporation nursing home located in BROOKLYN, New York. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 50 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 26.3%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $15,646. 6 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score50/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.2 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.90 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover26% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies6 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 1 fine(s) totaling $15,646
  • 1 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.2
RN hours/resident/day0.90
Staff turnover26.3%
RN turnover27.9%

Facility Information

Beds448
Avg residents375.7
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Deficiencies (last inspection)6
Resident/Family councilNo

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What to Look for When Visiting SCHULMAN AND SCHACHNE INST FOR NURSING & REHAB

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

SCHULMAN AND SCHACHNE INST FOR NURSING & REHAB reports 4.2 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 26.3% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

6 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.