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Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare

303 Elm Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 · Middlesex County · (732) 442-9540

250 certified beds, about 223 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1982

Certified for Medicaid Certified for Medicare
Overall
4 of 5
Health inspections
3 of 5
Staffing
2 of 5
Quality measures
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 315180 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes

The record in brief

At its most recent standard inspection, on July 3, 2025, inspectors cited 9 health deficiencies (the New Jersey average is 8.6, the national average 9.2).

None of its 27 health citations since November 2021 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.

Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.29 hours per resident per day, against 3.85 across New Jersey and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.16 of those hours.

42.5% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (New Jersey average 39.7%).

CMS links it to Paramount Care Centers, an affiliated group of 10 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.

Potential for minimal harm Potential for more than minimal harm Actual harm Immediate jeopardy Found on a complaint visit

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 27 health citations on file.

Severity
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
0J
0K
0L
Actual harm
0G
0H
0I
Potential for more than minimal harm
18D
6E
3F
Potential for minimal harm
0A
0B
0C
December 29, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
  1. E
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    F677 · Quality of Life and Care · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · found on a complaint visit · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) February 14, 2026
    Inspectors wroteComplaint: 2587228Based on interviews, medical record review, and review of other pertinent facility documents on 12/29/2025, it was determined that the facility failed to provide documented evidence of care provided to residents (Resident #1, Resident #2, Resident #3, and Resident #7). This deficient practice occurred for 4 of 4 residents reviewed. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following:1. According to the admission Record (AR), Resident #1 was admitted to the facility with diagnoses which included but were not limited to: dementia, diabetes, and muscle weakness. According to the most recent comprehensive Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool dated 10/4/2025, Resident #1 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 3 out of 15, which indicated the resident's cognition was severely impaired. [...]
July 3, 2025Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 9 citations
  1. E
    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.
    F584 · Resident Rights · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) July 28, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and pertinent facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a homelike environment that was clean, safe, and sanitary. This deficient practice was identified for 3 of 5 unit pantries (Units 2, 3, and 4). This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 06/30/2025 at 10:32 AM, the surveyor inspected the Unit 3 pantry in the presence of the Licensed Practical Nurse and Unit Manager #1 (LPN/UM #1) and observed the following: white debris was present inside of the microwave, a cabinet drawer panel was not intact and slid back and forth, and an aluminum pan containing white debris was found inside the cabinet. On 06/30/2025 at 10:48 AM, the surveyor inspected the Unit 4 pantry in the presence of the Licensed Practical Nurse and Unit Manager #2 (LPN/UM #2) and observed the following: [...]
  2. D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) July 28, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of medical records and other facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to accurately complete the Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool, for 1 of 35 residents reviewed (Resident #120). This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 6/30/2025 at 12:09 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #120 in the dining with a palm guard on left hand. The surveyor reviewed the medical record for Resident #120. A review of the Resident Face Sheet (an admission summary) reflected that the resident was admitted to the facility with diagnosis that included Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Generalized Muscle Weakness. [...]
  3. D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) July 28, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to revise a resident's comprehensive care plan to include a positioning device. This deficient practice was identified for 1 of 35 residents reviewed for resident-centered care plans (Resident #208), and was evidenced by the following: On 06/26/2025 at 09:48 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #208 ambulating using a cane, the left arm was observed in the sling. According to the admission Record, Resident #208 was admitted with diagnosis that included, but were not limited to, cerebral vascular accident (a stroke) and hemiplegia (weakness on one side of the body) A review of Resident #208's Quarterly Minimum Data Set, an assessment tool dated 05/06/2025, revealed that he/she was cognitively intact. [...]
  4. D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · found on a complaint visit · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) July 28, 2025
    Inspectors wroteComplaint # NJ00172928 Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to follow acceptable standards of clinical practice with following physician orders for the application of a treatment. This deficient practice was identified for 1 of 38 residents (Residents #378) reviewed for professional standards, and was evidenced by the following: Reference: New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 45. Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse Practice Act for the State of New Jersey states: [...]
  5. D
    Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
    F688 · Quality of Life and Care · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) July 28, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review and review of other facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to obtain a Physician's Order (PO) for an orthotic device for 1 of 2 residents (Resident#208) reviewed for positioning and mobility. On 06/26/2025 at 09:48 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #208 ambulating using a cane, the left arm was observed in the sling (an orthotic device). According to the admission Record, Resident #208 was admitted with diagnosis that included, but were not limited to, cerebral vascular accident (a stroke) and hemiplegia (weakness on one side of the body) A review of Resident #208's Quarterly Minimum Data Set, an assessment tool dated 05/06/2025, revealed that he/she was cognitively intact. Review of the Order Summary Report with active orders as of 06/30/2025 did not reveal an order for Resident #208's sling. [...]
  6. D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    F695 · Quality of Life and Care · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) July 28, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to provide specialized care needs for the provision of respiratory care in accordance with professional standards of practice specifically by A.) leaving a nasal cannula out of a bag, exposed to air and B.) not having a physician's order for oxygen administration. The deficient practice was identified for 2 of 4 (Residents # 22, 215) residents reviewed for Respiratory Care. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 06/26/2025 at 10:23 AM during the initial tour, the surveyor observed Resident # 215 in their room. At that time, the surveyor observed a nasal cannula (tube that delivers oxygen through the nares) wrapped and resting on top of an oxygen concentrator. The nasal cannula was not in a bag and it was exposed to air. [...]
  7. D
    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    F760 · Pharmacy Service · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) July 28, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to administer medication in accordance with prescriber orders, specifically administering an intravenous antibiotic outside of the prescribed time of administration. The deficient practice was identified for 1 of 1 resident (Resident # 328) reviewed for Antibiotics. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: [...]
  8. 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.
    F761 · Pharmacy Service · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) July 28, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interview, and review of facility policy, it was determined that the facility failed to appropriately dispose of medication in accordance with currently accepted professional principles. The deficient practice was identified for 1 of 5 nurses observed during the Medication Administration task. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 07/01/2025 at 8:57 AM during medication pass on the second floor, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) # 1 poured one tablet of aspirin 81 milligrams (mg) and one tablet of clopidogrel 75mg (blood thinner medication). As LPN # 1 continued, the cup of tablets spilled and the tablets came to rest on top of the medication cart. At that time, LPN # 1 picked up the tablets with her gloved hand, turned the glove inside-out and threw it in the trash can. [...]
  9. D
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    F812 · Nutrition and Dietary · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) July 28, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to handle potentially hazardous food and maintain sanitation in a safe and consistent manner to prevent food borne illness. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 06/30/2025 at 10:48 AM, the surveyor inspected the pantry refrigerator on Unit 4 in the presence of the Licensed Practical Nurse and Unit Manager #2 (LPN/UM #2) and observed the following: a 14-ounce container of sour cream with an expiration date of 03/19/2025, and a quart of half and half with an expiration date of 06/20/2025. Additionally, six containers of food brought in from outside the facility were found without any labels or dates. [...]
December 21, 2023Standard inspection · 11 citations
  1. F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    F812 · Nutrition and Dietary · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespread · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of other facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to handle potentially hazardous foods and maintain kitchen sanitation in a manner intended to prevent the spread of food borne illness. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 12/12/23 from 9:26 AM to 11:25 AM, the surveyor conducted a tour of the main kitchen in the presence the Food Service Director (FSD) and observed the following: At 10:11 AM, the surveyor observed a dish machine temperature log which was filled out for the afternoon (for lunch time). The FSD stated, They signed this early, I don't know why. At 10:24 AM, the surveyor observed orzo pasta wrapped in clear plastic with a use by date of 12/3. This was stored on a metal rack in the dry storeroom. [...]
  2. F
    Have enough backup water supply for essential areas of the nursing home.
    F922 · Environmental · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespread · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain the designated emergency supply of water needed for residents in the event of a loss of normal water supply. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 12/12/23 at 11:00 AM, the surveyor met with facility [NAME] President of Operations, the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA), the Director of Nursing and the Infection Preventionist for an entrance conference meeting. The facility was licensed for 250 beds and the facility census was 227 (the number of residents who currently resided at the facility). On 12/12/23 at 12:18 PM, the surveyor conducted a kitchen tour with the Food Service Director (FSD). The surveyor observed two pallets of water in the basement. The FSD stated that it was enough water for 250 residents for three days. [...]
  3. E
    Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
    F728 · Nursing and Physician Services · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and review of pertinent facility documentation, it was determined that the facility allowed 9 of 13 Non-Certified Nursing Aides (NA) to continue working as an NA after the specified 120 days from date of hire. This deficient practice was identified during NA review. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: Reference: State of New Jersey Department of Health memo dated April 21, 2023 sent to Nursing Homes included the following: Facilities are advised as follows: I. TNAs (Temporary Nursing Assistant) A. Individuals who are working as TNAs must pass the nurse-aide written or oral exam and the State-approved clinical skills competency exam by May 11, 2023, or the end of the federal PHE (Public Health Emergency), whichever comes first. B. [...]
  4. E
    Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
    F756 · Pharmacy Service · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, record review, and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to respond to pharmacy consultant recommendations in a timely manner for 2 of 5 residents (Resident # 125 and #152) reviewed for unnecessary medications. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: 1. During lunch observation on 12/12/23 at 1:04 PM, the surveyor observed resident #125 leaving the dining room, asking staff if he/she could leave the room. The 2nd floor unit clerk directed the resident to his/her room. According to the admission Record (AR), Resident#125 was admitted to the facility with diagnoses that included but were not limited to: anxiety disorder (an intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations) and unspecified Dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavior disturbances. [...]
  5. E
    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    F758 · Pharmacy Service · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on interview, review of the medical record and review of other facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to order an as needed (PRN) psychotropic medication for a 14-day period for 1 of 5 residents (Resident #125) reviewed for unnecessary medications. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: During lunch observation on 12/12/23 at 1:04 PM, the surveyor observed resident #125 leave the dining room, asking staff if he/she could leave the room. The 2nd floor unit clerk directed the resident to his/her room. According to the admission Record, Resident#125's was admitted to the facility with diagnoses that included but were not limited to: anxiety disorder (an intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations) and unspecified Dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavior disturbances. [...]
  6. D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interview, record review, and review of pertinent facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to accurately code the resident's Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool used to facilitate the management of care, for 2 of 38 residents (resident #178 and #119) reviewed for accurately coding the MDS. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: 1. On 12/12/2023 at 11:15 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #178, sitting in a wheelchair, in activities. On 12/13/2023 at 1:00 PM, the surveyor observed Resident #178 in the dining room after lunch. The resident was sitting upright in the wheelchair and was awake and alert. The Resident responded verbally to the surveyor and stated that he/she was ok. On 12/14/2023 at 12:50 PM, the surveyor observed Resident #178 in the dining room for lunch, which was already served. [...]
  7. D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    F695 · Quality of Life and Care · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to a.) change the oxygen tubing as directed by the Physician order and follow the facility policy, b.) develop a care plan to address the resident requiring oxygen upon readmission to the facility and c.) re-evaluate the Physician's Order for the continuous need of oxygen at 4 liters (L) via nasal cannula. This deficient practice was identified for 1 of 1 resident, Resident #63, which was reviewed for oxygen therapy. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 12/12/ 2023 at 11:20 AM, the surveyor entered the resident's room and observed the nasal cannula tubing (a device that delivers oxygen through a tube and into your nose) connected to an oxygen concentrator (a device which provides supplemental oxygen). [...]
  8. D
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    F755 · Pharmacy Service · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a medication was administered according to physician orders and acceptable standards of practice in accordance with the New Jersey Board of Nursing. This deficient practice was identified in 1 (one) of 6 (six) residents (Resident #7) observed during the medication observation pass. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: Reference: New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 45. Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse Practice Act for the State of New Jersey states: [...]
  9. 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.
    F761 · Pharmacy Service · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to (a). properly label, store and dispose of medications in three (3) of seven (7) medication carts and in two (2) of three (3) medication storage room inspected, and b). failed to secure one (1) of three (3) narcotic lock boxes in 1 of 3 medication refrigerators inspected. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: (a). On [DATE] at 10:20 AM, the surveyor inspected the 6th floor medication cart #1 in the presence of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN#1). The surveyor observed a bottle of blood glucose test strips that was opened and had no opened date. The surveyor also observed a Basaglar insulin pen that was opened and dated but the resident's name on the vial did not match the resident's name that was on the medication bag that held the insulin pen. [...]
  10. D
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    F804 · Nutrition and Dietary · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the safe and appetizing temperatures of hot foods served to the residents. This deficient practice was identified for two (2) of six (6) residents interviewed during the Resident Council meeting and confirmed during the lunchtime meal service on 12/20/23 for 1 of 5 nursing units tested for food temperatures by two surveyors and was evidenced by the following: On 12/14/23 at 11:00 AM, the surveyor met with six (6) residents for council meeting. Two out of six residents stated that food temperatures varied depending upon if they ate in the dining room or in their rooms; if they ate in their rooms, the food was cold. One of the two residents further stated that this was a recurrent complaint at resident council meetings. [...]
  11. D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    F880 · Infection Control · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 30, 2024
    Inspectors wroteREPEAT DEFICIENCY Based on observations, interviews, and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to a.) ensure visitors follow appropriate infection control practices and perform hand hygiene as indicated during dining observation for 1 of 5 units (2th-floor dining room), b.) appropriately discard soiled personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the potential spread of COVID-19 (a contagious disease caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2), c.) apply eye protection prior to entering a COVID-19 room and d:) change an N95 mask (a particulate-filtering facepiece respirator) upon exiting a COVID-19 room. This was observed on 1 of 5 units (4th-floor) during lunch pass. This deficient practice was evidenced as follows: 1. On 12/12/23 at 12:37 PM, the surveyor observed lunch in the dining room on the 2nd floor. [...]
November 3, 2021Standard inspection · 6 citations
  1. F
    Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
    F886 · Infection Control · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespread · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) December 1, 2021
    Inspectors wroteBased on interview, and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to test unvaccinated staff for COVID-19 at a frequency based on the county COVID-19 level of community transmission. This deficient practice was identified for 5 of 5 unvaccinated staff members in the facility reviewed for COVID-19 testing and was evidenced by the following: According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations to Prevent SARS-CoV-2 [COVID-19] Spread in Nursing Homes updated 9/10/21 included, In nursing homes located in counties with substantial to high community transmission, unvaccinated HCP should have a viral test twice a week. [...]
  2. E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    F812 · Nutrition and Dietary · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) December 15, 2021
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of facility documentation it was determined that the facility failed to a.) properly handle and store potentially hazardous foods in a manner that is intended to prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses, b.) maintain equipment and kitchen areas in a manner to prevent microbial growth and cross-contamination and c.) maintain sanitation in a safe and consistent manner to prevent foodborne illness. This deficient practice was observed and evidenced by the following: On 10/12/21 from 09:48 AM until 11:12 AM, the surveyor toured the kitchen in the presence of the Director of Dietary Services (DDS) and observed the following: 1. Handwashing sink #2 had no trash can nearby to discard paper towels. The DDS acknowledged there was no trash can and stated there should be one next to the sink. 2. [...]
  3. D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) November 10, 2021
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of medical records, it was determined that the facility failed to properly assess the need for, obtain a physician order and develop a care plan for a wander guard consistent with professional standards of clinical practice for 1 of 35 residents reviewed, Resident #70. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: Reference: New Jersey Statutes, Title 45,Chapter 11,Nursing Board, The Nurse Practice Act for the state of New Jersey states; The practice of nursing as a registered professional nurse is defined as diagnosing and treating human responses to actual or potential physical and emotional health problems, through such counseling, and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and well being, and executing medical regimes as prescribed by a licensed or otherwise legally authorized physician or dentist: [...]
  4. D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    F689 · Quality of Life and Care · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) November 17, 2021
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to a.) ensure that a resident's environment was as free from hazards as possible by failing to ensure that medical equipment was plugged directly into an electrical receptacle without the use of a power strip or adapter for 1 of 35 residents reviewed, Resident #39 and b.) ensure residents remained free of accident hazards by failing to provide residents with proper hand sanitizing wipes on 1 out of 5 floors, 6th floor day room. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: 1. According to the admission Record, Resident #39 was admitted to the facility in 01/2020 with diagnoses that included but were not limited to: acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia (low blood oxygen levels), diabetes (high blood sugar), and hypertension (high blood pressure). [...]
  5. D
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    F804 · Nutrition and Dietary · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) December 15, 2021
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and review of pertinent facility documentation it was determined that the facility failed to serve hot foods at an acceptable temperature for the residents. This deficient practice was identified for 1 of 7 residents who attended a Resident Council group meeting, and on 1 of 5 nursing units (2nd floor) during the lunch meal service and was evidenced by the following: 1. On 10/15/21 at 10:33 AM, a surveyor conducted a group meeting with seven residents who regularly attended the facility resident council meetings. One out of seven residents indicated the food was cold. 2. On 10/18/21, the surveyor conducted a regular diet and a pureed diet test tray with the Director of Dining Services (DDS) and the Regional Director of Dining Services which resulted in the following: [...]
  6. D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    F880 · Infection Control · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 1, 2022
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews, and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to a.) follow appropriate infection control practices and perform hand hygiene as indicated during dining observation for 1 of 5 units (6th floor dining room) observed and b.) ensure respiratory equipment was kept in a clean and sanitary condition, and stored properly to reduce the risk of infection for 1 of 6 residents reviewed for respiratory equipment, Resident #18. The deficient practice was evidenced as follows: 1. On 10/14/21 the surveyor observed the following: At 12:24 PM, an Activity Aide (AA) delivered a lunch tray to room [ROOM NUMBER]. The AA placed the tray on the bedside table (BST). The AA adjusted the height of the BST and used the resident's bed remote control to raise the head of the bed. [...]

Fire safety inspections

33 fire safety citations on file: 6 on July 3, 2025, 23 on December 21, 2023, 4 on November 3, 2021.

Every fire safety citation33 citations
  1. F
    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.
    K 222 · July 3, 2025 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  2. F
    To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    K 761 · July 3, 2025 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  3. E
    Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    K 351 · July 3, 2025 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  4. E
    Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    K 923 · July 3, 2025 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  5. D
    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    K 321 · July 3, 2025 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  6. D
    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    K 355 · July 3, 2025 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  7. F
    Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
    E 15 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  8. F
    Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
    K 225 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  9. F
    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    K 345 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  10. F
    Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
    K 347 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  11. F
    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    K 353 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  12. F
    Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
    K 531 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  13. F
    Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    K 741 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  14. F
    Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
    K 781 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  15. F
    Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
    K 911 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  16. F
    Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
    K 914 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  17. F
    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    K 918 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  18. F
    Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    K 923 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  19. E
    Use approved construction type or materials.
    K 161 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  20. E
    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    K 211 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  21. E
    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.
    K 222 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  22. E
    Install proper backup exit lighting.
    K 281 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  23. E
    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    K 291 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  24. E
    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    K 321 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  25. E
    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    K 324 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  26. E
    Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    K 351 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  27. E
    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    K 363 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  28. E
    Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
    K 912 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  29. E
    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    K 920 · December 21, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  30. E
    Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    K 521 · November 3, 2021 · Waiver
  31. E
    Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
    K 531 · November 3, 2021 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  32. D
    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    K 291 · November 3, 2021 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  33. D
    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    K 355 · November 3, 2021 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)

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.

MeasureThis homeNew JerseyUnited States
All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides)3.293.853.86
Registered nurses0.160.680.69
All nursing staff on weekends2.933.503.42
Nurse aides2.04
Licensed practical nurses1.09
Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year)42.5%39.7%45.8%
Registered nurse turnover53.3%37.7%42.9%
Administrators who left0

CMS expects 3.21 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 3.44 on weekdays and 2.93 on weekends, 15% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 8.9% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.41 in April to June 2025 to 3.29 in January to March 2026.

QuarterAll nursing staffRegistered nursesWeekdaysWeekendsContract staff shareDays with no RN hoursResidents a day
Jan to Mar 20263.290.163.442.93 8.9%0 of 90223
Oct to Dec 20253.480.203.633.08 13.2%0 of 92220
Jul to Sep 20253.440.223.613.00 18.2%0 of 92224
Apr to Jun 20253.410.263.582.98 15.9%0 of 91228
United States, Jan to Mar 20263.750.623.923.335.3%0.5% of days
New Jersey, Jan to Mar 20263.680.593.823.3411.6%0.2% 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.

Staff pay reports

Staff pay at this home

No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review.

Official wage estimates for New Jersey

JobMedianMiddle halfEmployed
New Jersey, all employers
CNAs (nursing assistants)$22.52$21.13 to $23.4432,400
LPNs and LVNs$36.13$32.16 to $38.4517,410
Registered nurses$51.20$47.94 to $61.4192,680
United States, nursing care facilities
CNAs (nursing assistants)$20.67$17.91 to $22.55534,270
LPNs and LVNs$33.86$30.05 to $37.40188,210
Registered nurses$41.11$37.85 to $47.68142,270

Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.

How staff pay reports work · CNA pay by state

Quality measures

The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.

MeasureThis homeNew JerseyUS
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
12.88.713.9
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
0.30.60.8
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
0.10.81.6
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
0.52.33.2
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
0.71.21.6
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
10.78.214.1
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
3.75.44.6
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
13.612.815.4
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission
Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231
20.724.923.8
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit
Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231
3.48.112.0
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days
Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231
2.32.11.9
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days
Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231
1.21.11.8

Short-term rehab results

For a stay to recover after a hospital visit, these are the results CMS publishes for Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare's Medicare short-stay residents. On returning residents home or to the community, CMS rates it no different from the national rate (50.1% of residents, after adjusting for how sick they were). How to read these, and what Medicare pays for.

Went home or back to the community

50.1% this home

No different from the national rate

US median of homes 51.5% · New Jersey: 130 better, 19 worse

Rate of successful return to home or community from a SNF (risk-standardized discharge to community rate). Higher is better. October 2022 to September 2024. 41 eligible stays.

Potentially preventable readmissions

9.3% this home

No different from the national rate

US median of homes 10.7% · New Jersey: 2 better, 8 worse

Rate of potentially preventable hospital readmissions 30 days after discharge from a SNF (risk-standardized rate). Lower is better. October 2022 to September 2024. 94 eligible stays.

Infections that led to a hospital stay

8.3% this home

No different from the national rate

US median of homes 7.1% · New Jersey: 3 better, 13 worse

Percentage of infections residents got during their SNF stay that resulted in hospitalization (risk-standardized rate). Lower is better. October 2023 to September 2024. 55 eligible stays.

Self-care and mobility at discharge

82.5% this home

Median of homes: New Jersey68.7% · US 56.6%

Percentage of residents who are at or above an expected ability to care for themselves and move around at discharge. Higher is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 80 residents counted.

Falls with major injury

0.0% this home

Median of homes: New Jersey0.6% · US 0.0%

Percentage of SNF residents who experience one or more falls with major injury during their SNF stay. Lower is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 114 residents counted.

New or worsened pressure ulcers

2.5% this home

Median of homes: New Jersey1.7% · US 1.7%

Percentage of residents with pressure ulcers or pressure injuries that are new or worsened (adjusted rate). Lower is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 114 residents counted.

Medication list given at discharge

100.0% this home

Median of homes: New Jersey99.5% · US 98.7%

Percentage of residents where the SNF provided a current medication list to the resident, family, and/or caregiver at final discharge. Higher is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 28 residents counted.

Source: CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program - Provider Data, released 2026-09-30. Better, no different and worse are CMS's own comparisons with the national rate, after adjusting for how sick residents were. Medians of homes and the state counts are worked out by us from the same file.

Owners and operators

Legal business name: ALAMEDA CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE. CMS links this home to Paramount Care Centers, a group of 10 nursing homes averaging 3.3 stars overall.

NameRoleTypeShareSince
Alameda Holdings LLC5% or greater direct ownership interestOrganization04/20/2016
Frankel, Eliyahu5% or greater direct ownership interestIndividual04/20/2016
Blonder, David5% or greater indirect ownership interestIndividual30%04/20/2016
Frankel, EliyahuW-2 managing employeeIndividual04/20/2016
Kraus, AbrahamCorporate officerIndividual04/20/2016

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.

  1. How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 6 problems in this area, most recently on July 3, 2025: "Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors."
  2. How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on December 29, 2025: "Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable."
  3. When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on July 3, 2025: "Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment."
  4. Can we see a week of menus and the kitchen, and how are special diets handled?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on July 3, 2025: "Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards."
  5. Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.93 hours per resident per day, below the New Jersey average of 3.50.

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Common questions

What is Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare's Medicare star rating?
CMS rates Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
How many deficiencies did Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare get at its last inspection?
9 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on July 3, 2025. The New Jersey average is 8.6.
Has Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare been fined?
CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
Does Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare 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 Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare?
CMS lists 5 owners and managers, and links the home to Paramount Care Centers. Legal business name: ALAMEDA CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE.

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