Workmen's Circle Multicare Center
3155 Grace Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469 · Bronx County · (718) 379-8100
524 certified beds, about 515 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1967
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 335227 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on April 10, 2025, inspectors cited 2 health deficiencies (the New York average is 8.1, the national average 9.2).
Of 6 health citations since May 2021, 1 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.41 hours per resident per day, against 3.63 across New York and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 1.14 of those hours.
36.7% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (New York average 40.3%).
CMS links it to Cassena Care, an affiliated group of 13 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 6 health citations on file.
April 10, 2025Standard inspection · 2 citations
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey conducted from 04/03/2025 to 04/10/2025, the facility did not ensure an account of all controlled drugs was maintained and periodically reconciled. This was evident in 1 (Unit 2 South) of 12 units observed during the Medication Storage Task. Specifically, controlled medications were not periodically reconciled in Unit 2 South. The Individual Controlled Medication Records forms were missing licensed nurses' signatures validating the correct narcotic count.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview during the Recertification Survey conducted from 04/03/2025 to 04/10/2025, the facility did not ensure that the storage for controlled drugs listed in Schedule II of the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1976 were safe and secure. This was evident in 1 (Unit 2 South) of 12 units during the Medication Storage Task. Specifically, numerous controlled medications were secured in a one locked instead of double-locked cabinet per the regulations.
October 25, 2023Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview conducted during an Abbreviated Survey (NY00325595), the facility failed to protect a resident's right to be free from physical abuse by nursing home staff. This was evident in 1 out of 5 residents (Resident #1) reviewed for abuse. Specifically, on 10/07/23 at approximately 6:06pm, the facility's surveillance camera recording showed Resident #1 struck Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #1 with a headphone. CNA #1 then hit Resident #1 on the back of their head. Additionally, CNA #2, #3, and CNA #4 witnessed CNA #1 hit Resident #1 at the back of their head. Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS) #1 assessed Resident #1 who had no visible injuries.
August 9, 2023Standard inspection · 2 citations
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interviews conducted during the recertification survey from 8/1/2023 through 8/9/2023, the facility did not ensure a resident who needed respiratory care was provided such care, consistent with professional standards of practice. This was evident in 1 (Resident #336) of 38 total sampled residents. Specifically, Resident # 336 was observed using oxygen (O2) via Nasal Cannula (NC) with no Medical Doctor's Order (MDO).
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record review conducted during a recertification survey from 8/1/2023 to 8/9/2023, the facility did not ensure infection control practices were maintained. This was evident for 1 (Resident #52) of 38 total sampled residents. Specifically, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #1 did not change gloves after touching Resident #52's soiled dressing during wound care.
May 11, 2021Standard inspection · 1 citation
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interviews conducted during the recertification survey from 05/05/2021 to 05/11/2021, the facility did not ensure a resident received adequate supervision and assistance to prevent accidents. Specifically, the staff did not properly position the Hoyer Lift (mechanical lift) canvas (pad) underneath a resident in preparation for a Hoyer lift transfer. The staff attempted to transfer the resident from the Geri chair (medical recliner) to the bed using the Hoyer lift, and the resident slid off the canvas and fell to the floor. The resident sustained a scalp laceration requiring a staple to the head. This was evident in 1 of 7 residents reviewed for Accidents (Resident #356). This resulted in actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy. The finding is: [...]
Fire safety inspections
2 fire safety citations on file: 2 on August 9, 2023.
Every fire safety citation2 citations
- D Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- D Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | New York | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.41 | 3.63 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 1.14 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.15 | 3.18 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.13 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.14 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 36.7% | 40.3% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 47.1% | 39.8% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 4.23 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.51 on weekdays and 3.15 on weekends, 10% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 44.2% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.44 in April to June 2025 to 3.41 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.41 | 1.14 | 3.51 | 3.15 | 44.2% | 0 of 90 | 515 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.35 | 1.09 | 3.47 | 3.07 | 44.3% | 0 of 92 | 513 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.31 | 1.06 | 3.43 | 3.02 | 46.5% | 0 of 92 | 514 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.44 | 1.11 | 3.52 | 3.23 | 44.6% | 0 of 91 | 519 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| New York, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.55 | 0.68 | 3.72 | 3.13 | 9.8% | 0.1% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | New York | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 11.0 | 14.1 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.3 | 1.3 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.2 | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.4 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.5 | 12.5 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.4 | 6.5 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.9 | 13.7 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 26.8 | 20.6 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 6.4 | 9.6 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.5 | 1.7 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.1 | 1.4 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: JOPAL BRONX, LLC. CMS links this home to Cassena Care, a group of 13 nursing homes averaging 4.1 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carillo, Joseph | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 25% | 07/19/2013 |
| Debenedictis, Pasquale | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 25% | 07/19/2013 |
| Rutenberg, Solomon | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 25% | 07/19/2013 |
| Solovey, Alex | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 25% | 07/19/2013 |
| Rutenberg, Solomon | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 07/19/2013 | |
| Carillo, Joseph | Corporate officer | Individual | 07/19/2013 | |
| Debenedictis, Pasquale | Corporate officer | Individual | 07/19/2013 | |
| Rutenberg, Solomon | Corporate officer | Individual | 07/19/2013 | |
| Solovey, Alex | Corporate officer | Individual | 07/19/2013 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on April 10, 2025: "Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist."
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on August 9, 2023: "Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 1 problem in this area, most recently on October 25, 2023: "Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 1 problem in this area, most recently on August 9, 2023: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 3.15 hours per resident per day, below the New York average of 3.18.
Other nursing homes nearby
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- Split Rock Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Bronx, 0.5 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 11 citations
- Eastchester Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Bronx, 0.7 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 6 citations
- Kings Harbor Multicare Cente Bronx, 1 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 18 citations
- East Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Bronx, 1.1 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 23 citations
- Gold Crest Care Center Bronx, 1.1 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 15 citations
- Laconia Nursing Home Bronx, 1.1 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 15 citations
New York contacts for a concern about a nursing home
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- Inspections and complaints: New York State Department of Health, Nursing Homes, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- State inspection reports: NYS Health Profiles: Nursing Homes, where New York publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Workmen's Circle Multicare Center's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Workmen's Circle Multicare Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Workmen's Circle Multicare Center get at its last inspection?
- 2 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on April 10, 2025. The New York average is 8.1.
- Has Workmen's Circle Multicare Center been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Workmen's Circle Multicare Center accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Workmen's Circle Multicare Center?
- CMS lists 9 owners and managers, and links the home to Cassena Care. Legal business name: JOPAL BRONX, LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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