17 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (4 deficiencies)
15 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Dover, NJ
1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $139,113 in total fines with 11 recent health deficiencies with 15 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
65 North Sussex Street, Dover, NJ
(973) 361-5200
Overall
1 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
1 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
155
Certified beds
Average residents
134
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Excelcare
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1996-10-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.58
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.76
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.24
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.41
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
48%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
62%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.1 |
2.1
About the same
|
1.9
0.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.8 |
1.1
0.3 pts better
|
1.8
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.6% |
93.0%
6.6 pts better
|
93.4%
6.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
97.2%
2.8 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 2.1% |
2.4%
0.3 pts better
|
3.3%
1.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 5.8% |
11.4%
5.6 pts better
|
11.4%
5.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 6.2% |
4.6%
1.6 pts worse
|
5.4%
0.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 8.0% |
19.0%
11 pts better
|
19.6%
11.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 12.1% |
13.5%
1.4 pts better
|
16.7%
4.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 13.6% |
9.8%
3.8 pts worse
|
16.3%
2.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 9.3% |
9.7%
0.4 pts better
|
14.9%
5.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.4% |
0.7%
0.3 pts better
|
1.0%
0.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.1% |
0.8%
0.3 pts worse
|
1.7%
0.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 14.7% |
15.9%
1.2 pts better
|
19.8%
5.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.8% |
6.0%
1.2 pts better
|
5.1%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 94.1% |
78.7%
15.4 pts better
|
81.7%
12.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 6.4% |
8.2%
1.8 pts better
|
12.0%
5.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.0% |
1.2%
0.2 pts better
|
1.6%
0.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 95.0% |
80.1%
14.9 pts better
|
79.7%
15.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 29.4% |
25.4%
4 pts worse
|
23.9%
5.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (4 deficiencies)
15 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)
15 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (5 deficiencies)
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
1 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Fire Safety
Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building.
Corrected 2024-08-16
Fire Safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-08-16
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2022-07-13
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building.
Corrected 2022-07-27
Fire Safety
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Corrected 2022-07-01
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2022-07-26
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-06-27
Fire Safety
Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building.
Corrected 2021-10-04
Inspection history
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
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.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-07-15
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-04-30
Health
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.
Corrected 2024-04-30
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2022-07-08
Health
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2022-07-08
Health
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected 2022-07-01
Health
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected 2022-07-08
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2022-07-08
Health
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected 2022-07-08
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2022-07-08
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2022-06-13
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2022-07-01
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2022-07-08
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2022-07-08
Health
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
Corrected 2021-05-24
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2021-05-24
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-05-20
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $139,113
Fine
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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