Martine Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Martine Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Jan 12, 2026

  Based on observations, interviews and record reviews conducted during the recertification survey from 01/05/2026 to 01/12/2026, the facility did not ensure proper storage, preparation, distribution, and service of food in accordance with professional standards for food safety. Specifically, the kitchen refrigerators, freezers, spice/seasoning areas and dry storage areas contained food items that were expired, not labeled or dated with opened/prepared/expiration dates.The findings included: The facility policy titled Food Storage last revised 05/10/2024 documented: Sufficient storage facilities will be provided to keep foods safe, wholesome and appetizing. Food will be stored in an area that is clean, dry and free from contaminants. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF921Aug 25, 2025

  Based on observations and interviews during an abbreviated survey (NY00338612/591526, NY00355525/591523) the facility did not ensure the environment was functional, sanitary, and comfortable for residents, staff, and the public. Specifically, on every unit in the facility there were multiple areas of chipped paint, scuff marks, visible dirt and stains on the walls and floors, base boards coming off the wall, wallpaper bubbling up and foul odors noted. The findings are:The facility Maintenance-Preventative policy last reviewed 5/2025 documented the facility provides preventative maintenance services to the facility, grounds, and equipment in accordance with current standards of practice and State and Federal Regulations. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF584Dec 5, 2023

  Based on observation and interview conducted during the Recertification Survey from 11/27/23 to 12/5/23, the facility did not ensure housekeeping and maintenance services were provided to maintain a clean, comfortable, and homelike environment on 3 of 6 units. Specifically, observations included loose toilet seat/commode, spackled walls in halls and rooms in need of paint, broken handrails fixed with tape, walls adorned with various sections displaying black streaks and chipped paint, a hole in a wall, and the pungent smell of urine in multiple rooms. Findings include: 1) Unit 2: During an observation on 11/27/23 at 11:25 AM, on 11/28/2023 at 9:41 AM and 3:00 PM, and on 11/30/2023 at 9:05 AM, Rooms #201 and #218 had an unpleasant smell and the bedsheets were soiled with urine. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF641Dec 5, 2023

  Based on observation, record review, and interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey from 11/27/23 to 12/5/23, the facility did not ensure that resident Minimum Data Set assessments (MDS-an assessment tool) accurately reflected the resident's status. This was evident for 4 of 5 residents (Residents # 138, #5, #77, and #1) reviewed for MDS accuracy. Specifically, 1) the significant change MDS for Resident # 138 did not address that a stage 3 pressure ulcer was present on admission; 2) the MDS for Resident # 5 did not address administration of insulin or antidepressants; 3) the MDS for Resident #77 documented other restraints not used daily, but the resident did not have any documented or observed restraints; and 4) the MDS for Resident #1 documented, 'other restraints not used… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF641Feb 12, 2026

  Based on record review and interviews during an abbreviated survey (2738206) the facility did not ensure that the Minimum Data Set accurately reflected the resident status for one (1) of three (3) residents (Resident #1) reviewed for general skin issues. Specifically, Resident #1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and the admission Minimum Data Set staged a wound on the sacrum as stage 2 (two) because it referenced the admission nurse's assessment. On 12/09/2025 the wound care provider assessed the wound as an unstageable wound, but the Minimum Data Set did not reflect this update. […]