Ghent Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
1 Whittier Way, Ghent, NY 12075 · (518) 828-0800
For profit - Corporation · 120 certified beds
Ghent Rehabilitation & Nursing Center has a 2-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in September 2023, found 6 citations (the New York average is 8.1). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $13,065 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on September 1, 2023 found 6 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.September 1, 2023 · F0584 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.September 1, 2023 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.September 1, 2023 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.September 1, 2023 · F0813 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.September 1, 2023 · F0609 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.September 1, 2023 · F0695 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 4 citations.
- Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.July 23, 2026 · F0580 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.July 23, 2026 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.July 23, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.June 15, 2026 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $13,065June 15, 2026
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | New York average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.43 | 3.63 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.46 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.87 | 0.76 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.09 | 2.15 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 27.2% | 40.3% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 113.6 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Livingston Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Livingston · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Pine Haven Home Philmont · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Barnwell Valatie · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
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Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Ghent Rehabilitation & Nursing Center on Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.