Dover, NJ

Excel Care At Dover

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

Compare this facility

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

Facility snapshot

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

Hours and turnover

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

Resident outcomes and process scores

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

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2024-05-31 · Fire 2024-05-31

17 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (4 deficiencies)

15 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2022-05-02 · Fire 2022-05-02

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)

15 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (5 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2021-04-22 · Fire 2021-04-22

3 health deficiencies

Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)

1 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2024-06-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K252 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building.

Corrected 2024-08-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K281 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install proper backup exit lighting.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

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

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K331 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Construct fire resistant interior walls.

Corrected 2024-06-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2024-08-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K531 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2024-07-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2022-07-13

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

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

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K225 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

Corrected 2022-06-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K252 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building.

Corrected 2022-07-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K331 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Construct fire resistant interior walls.

Corrected 2022-07-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2022-07-26

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2022-06-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2022-06-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2022-06-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K271 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

Corrected 2022-06-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K351 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2022-06-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K531 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

Corrected 2022-06-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2022-06-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

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

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2022-06-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-04-22

K252 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building.

Corrected 2021-10-04

Inspection history

Recent health citations

H · Actual harm 2024-05-31

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2024-07-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

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

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F835 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected 2024-07-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2024-07-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2024-07-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F790 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Corrected 2024-07-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-07-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2024-07-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F882 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

Corrected 2024-07-15

C · Minimal harm 2024-05-31

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2024-07-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

K · Immediate jeopardy 2022-05-02

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2022-07-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F838 · Administration Deficiencies

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

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F865 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Corrected 2022-07-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F712 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Corrected 2022-07-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2022-07-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F800 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2022-07-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2022-07-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2022-07-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-02

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-04-22

F563 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-04-22

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-04-22

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2021-05-20

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$139,113 2024-05-31

Fine

Fine · fine $139,113

Fine

Ownership

Frankel, Eliyahu

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

95% 10 facilities 2021-12-20
Frankel, Rochel

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

5% 2 facilities 2021-12-20
Blackmon, Kristen

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2024-10-28
Duran, Maurice

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2022-12-25
Frankel, Eliyahu

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 10 facilities 2021-12-20

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