Park Nursing Home
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 58 Google reviews

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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
- High RN turnover (60%)
Above average in NY · Below recommended RN staffing · $12,463 in fines · Very few deficiencies
What this means for your family
While some visitors report positive interactions with staff during short visits, the recurring reports of unsanitary conditions and neglect are deeply concerning. We strongly advise families to conduct an unannounced visit during off-hours to verify the cleanliness and staffing levels for themselves before making a decision.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
58 reviews on Google“Park Nursing Home receives highly polarized feedback, with some families praising the staff's kindness and professionalism, while others report severe concerns regarding hygiene, staffing levels, and patient neglect. Multiple reviewers have highlighted issues with facility cleanliness, including reports of strong odors and pests, as well as inconsistent care for residents' basic needs. Families considering this facility should be aware of the significant disparity between positive visitor experiences and reports of systemic neglect.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Friendly and professional front-line staff
- Helpful social work and rehab team
- Responsive to birthday celebrations and special requests
Concerns
- Poor hygiene and sanitation (urine odors, pests, dirty linens) (mentioned by 6 reviewers)
- Staff neglect and slow response times (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
- Understaffing and staff distracted by phones (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Medication management issues (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 59 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility rarely responds to reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about how much the staff loves celebrating birthdays and special requests; how do you typically involve families in planning those celebrations?
- 2What specific protocols do you have in place to ensure the dining areas and resident rooms are kept fresh and impeccably clean every day?
- 3With the rehab and social work teams being such a strength here, how closely do they work together to help residents stay active and engaged in daily activities?
- 4Could you walk us through your process for medication administration to ensure everything is tracked accurately and timely?
- 5How do you manage staffing during busy shifts to ensure that call lights are answered quickly and that caregivers can focus fully on resident needs?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency after hours, what is the immediate communication process between the nursing staff and our family?
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Key Review Excerpts
“I have my love one in this institution and have had words with supervisors about my love one being left on wet bed linens and soiled diapers. I have come to believe when I complained things changed for a short period and then the situation arises again.”
“I visited my brother today at park nursingwhere he is recovering from serious injuries. During my visit I observed extremely unsanitary and unsafe conditions: filthy floors and bathrooms, a strong urine odor, and severely contaminated ice machines.”
“Warm, yet highly professional staff from top to bottom. I felt so confident that my loved one would receive competent, compassionate care.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Multiple families have filed complaints against this facility, triggering investigations that found serious deficiencies in abuse prevention and reporting, with the same reporting violation cited three separate times. The facility shows recurring problems with safety hazards, care planning, and maintaining a clean environment. While all violations have correction dates, the pattern of repeat issues in critical areas like abuse prevention raises concerns about sustained compliance.
Aug 26, 2025Routine6
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Environmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
May 9, 2024Complaint5
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Nov 2, 2023Routine4
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Egress Deficiencies
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Nov 2, 2023Complaint2
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Sep 22, 2021Routine9
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Federal Penalties
Fine
May 9, 2024
$9,318
Fine
Jul 17, 2023
$3,145
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Park Nursing Home
for profit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Melnicke, Michael
Owner
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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Google Reviews
58 reviews from families & visitors
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