9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)
1 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (1 deficiency)
Vauxhall, NJ
3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 9 recent health deficiencies with 1 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
2385 Springfield Avenue, Vauxhall, NJ
(908) 688-3400
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
195
Certified beds
Average residents
185
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Ocean Healthcare
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1989-08-03
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.53
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.82
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.20
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.22
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
5%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
32%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.8 |
2.1
0.3 pts better
|
1.9
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.0 |
1.1
0.1 pts better
|
1.8
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.8% |
93.0%
5.8 pts better
|
93.4%
5.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.7% |
97.2%
1.5 pts better
|
95.5%
3.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.4% |
2.4%
2 pts better
|
3.3%
2.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 1.8% |
11.4%
9.6 pts better
|
11.4%
9.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 6.0% |
4.6%
1.4 pts worse
|
5.4%
0.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 3.6% |
19.0%
15.4 pts better
|
19.6%
16 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 6.0% |
13.5%
7.5 pts better
|
16.7%
10.7 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 | 5.3% |
9.8%
4.5 pts better
|
16.3%
11 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 6.5% |
9.7%
3.2 pts better
|
14.9%
8.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.3% |
0.7%
0.4 pts better
|
1.0%
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.6% |
0.8%
0.2 pts better
|
1.7%
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 5.8% |
15.9%
10.1 pts better
|
19.8%
14 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.8% |
6.0%
0.8 pts worse
|
5.1%
1.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 54.1% |
78.7%
24.6 pts worse
|
81.7%
27.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 10.8% |
8.2%
2.6 pts worse
|
12.0%
1.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.2% |
1.2%
About the same
|
1.6%
0.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 56.2% |
80.1%
23.9 pts worse
|
79.7%
23.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 27.5% |
25.4%
2.1 pts worse
|
23.9%
3.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)
1 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (1 deficiency)
Top issue: Administration (2 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Miscellaneous (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-10-08
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Fire Safety
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-05-03
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-05-03
Inspection history
Health
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected 2025-10-08
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-10-08
Health
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected 2025-10-08
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 2025-10-08
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-10-08
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2025-10-08
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2025-10-08
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 2025-10-08
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-10-08
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected 2024-06-25
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2022-05-03
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2022-05-03
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2022-05-03
Penalties and ownership
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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