Home / New Jersey / Kearny
195 Belgrove Drive, Kearny, NJ 07032 · Hudson County · (973) 844-4800
120 certified beds, about 109 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1997
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 315366 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
At its most recent standard inspection, on May 7, 2026, inspectors cited 11 health deficiencies (the New Jersey average is 8.6, the national average 9.2).
Of 26 health citations since June 2023, 1 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (1 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 1 fine totaling $16,663 in the last three years; the largest was $16,663, and the latest is dated December 5, 2024.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.66 hours per resident per day, against 3.85 across New Jersey and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.81 of those hours.
CMS links it to Alaris Health, an affiliated group of 8 nursing homes.
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.
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 26 health citations on file.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of facility policies, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain proper kitchen sanitation practices in a manner to prevent food borne illness. This deficient practice was observed and evidenced by the following: On 4/27/26 at 11:33 AM, in the presence of the Regional Food Service Director (RFSD), the surveyor observed the cook take the temperature of Veal [NAME] without sanitizing the food thermometer prior to use. The cook stated, I forgot to sanitize the thermometer before using. The Veal [NAME] was thrown away in the garbage by the RFSD.On 4/28/26 at 11:08 AM, the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) provided the surveyor a facility policy titled, Temperature Monitoring During Meal Service with a reviewed date of 1/2026. The procedure section of the policy revealed, 3. How to take temperature; [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and review of facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a specialty low air loss mattress (a medical-grade mattress that uses continuous airflow to keep the skin dry, cool, and pressure-free, helping prevent and treat pressure injuries) was accurately set and monitored according to the resident's weight for 6 of 8 residents (Resident #3, #4, #11, #12, #123, and #127). This 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: [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of pertinent documents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that medications were stored appropriately, according to manufacturer's guidelines and standards of practice. This deficient practice was identified in 2 of 2 medication refrigerators inspected. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 4/28/26 at 12:56 PM, the surveyor began inspecting the medication (med) storage room located on the facility 1st floor in the presence of the 1st floor Unit Manager (UM1). The surveyor accessed the med refrigerator located in the med room. The surveyor observed the thermometer inside the med refrigerator that reflected twenty-five (25) degrees Fahrenheit (F). The surveyor asked the UM1 to verify the temperature, and what range the temperature should be. [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and review of facility-provided documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that incontinence care was provided to dependent residents in a timely manner for 2 of 5 residents (Resident #85 and #126) observed for incontinence care on 1 of 3 Nursing units (3rd floor). This deficient practice was evidenced by the following:On [DATE] at 7:55 AM, the surveyor conducted an incontinence tour on the 3rd floor Nursing Unit and observed the following: 1. On [DATE] at 8:00 AM, the surveyor, accompanied by the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA #1), observed Resident #126 in bed. CNA #1 exposed Resident #126's incontinence brief and observed that the brief was saturated with urine. CNA #1 confirmed that the brief was saturated. The surveyor reviewed the medical record for Resident #126. [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident received proper assistance in using hearing assistive devices for one (1) of twenty-two (22) residents reviewed, (Resident #6). 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: [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review and review of facility policy it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the Registered Dietitian (RD#1) completed a nutritional reassessment for a resident who was readmitted to the facility in a timely fashion. This deficient practice was identified for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for Nutrition (Resident #123), and was evidenced by the following: On 4/23/26 at 11:08 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #123 in bed with their eyes open, resident noted with confusion. On 4/23/26 at 11:13 AM, the surveyor interviewed Resident #123's Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN#1), who stated the resident had recently been readmitted to the facility. A review of the Resident #123's admission Record ((AR) an admission summary) indicated that the resident was admitted to the facility with diagnoses that included: [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to assure that the physician responsible for supervising the care of residents completed monthly progress notes. This deficient practice continued over several months for 1 of 22 residents, Resident #6, reviewed for physician progress notes and current physician orders. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 4/28/26 at 12:20 PM, the surveyor observed Resident #6 in bed in their room. The resident was alert, oriented and conversed with the surveyor. The surveyor reviewed the electronic medical record (EMR) of Resident #6 which revealed the following: An admission Record (AR) reflected that Resident #6 was admitted to the facility with medical diagnoses that included but were not limited to; [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of pertinent facility documentation, it was determined the facility failed to a.) maintain the required minimum direct care staff-to-resident ratios as mandated by the State of New Jersey, and b.) failed to ensure that sufficient and competent staff were available to provide appropriate incontinence care to dependent residents for 2 of 5 residents (Resident #85 and #126) on 1 of 3 units (3rd floor) Nursing unit. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following:Refer to F677 Reference: New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) memo, dated 01/28/2021, Compliance with N.J.S.A. (New Jersey Statutes Annotated) 30:13-18, new minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes, indicated the New Jersey Governor signed into law P.L. 2020 c 112, codified at N.J.S.A. 30:13-18 (the Act), which established minimum staffing requirements in nursing homes. [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and review of facility policies it was determined that the Consultant Pharmacist (CP) failed to clarify medication route for a resident during the monthly medication reviews for 1 of 6 Residents, (Resident #3). On 4/23/26 at 10:54 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #3 awake in bed, the resident stated they were currently on a tube feeding ((TF), also known as enteral feeding, delivers liquid nutrition through a flexible tube directly into your stomach or small intestine) and does not consume anything by mouth. On 4/23/26 at 11:55 AM the surveyor reviewed Resident #3's electronic medical record (e-MAR) which revealed the following: A review of the Resident #3's admission Record (an admission summary) documented that the resident was admitted to the facility with diagnoses that included: [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident did not receive an unnecessary medication, by diagnosis, indication and effectiveness, for one (1) of twenty-two (22) residents reviewed, (Resident #6). The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: The surveyor reviewed Resident #6's electronic medical record (EMR) which revealed the following: An admission Record (AR) reflected that Resident #6 was admitted to the facility with medical diagnoses that included but were not limited to bullous pemphigoid (a chronic autoimmune skin disorder), anemia, and essential hypertension. [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that all medications (meds) were administered without error of 5% or more during medication administration, four (4) nurses administered meds to six (6) residents. There were twenty-eight (28) opportunities for error, two (2) errors were observed which calculated to a medication administration error rate of 7.1%. This deficient practice was identified for 2 of 6 residents, (Resident #125, Resident #129), that were administered meds by 2 of 4 nurses observed. 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: [...]
Inspectors wroteComplaint # NJ184029 Based on interview, review of the medical record, and pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure staff documented on the Treatment Administration Record (TAR) according to the physician's orders and acceptable standards of practice in accordance with the New Jersey Board of Nursing Statutes for 3 of 3 sampled residents (Resident #1, Resident #2, and Resident #3). This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: According to the admission Record received on 3/27/25, Resident #1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that included but not limited to Acute Pyelonephritis, Depression, Hypertension, and Chronic Kidney Disease. The Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool dated 1/4/25, indicated that the resident was cognitively intact and required assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). [...]
Inspectors wrotePART A Based on observation, record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure there was emergency tracheostomy equipment for a resident with a tracheostomy (a surgical opening in the neck to provide an airway and remove secretions from the lungs) at the bedside and readily available for use and ensure staff were trained to use the emergency tracheostomy equipment for one (1) of 1 resident (Resident #86) reviewed with a tracheostomy. Resident #86 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and had a tracheostomy. Observation and interviews during the survey revealed that emergency tracheostomy supplies were not being kept at the bedside and readily available for use. There was only one obturator (A device that fits inside a tracheostomy tube to guide it during insertion) in Resident #86's room with no extra ones in the storage room. [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure residents were provided with written transfer/discharge notice that contained the option to appeal the transfer/discharge for nine of nine residents and their representatives (Resident (R) 21, R27, R75, R9, R60, R69, R71, R91, and R86) reviewed for facility initiated emergent hospital transfer of 31 sample residents This failure had the potential to affect the residents and their Resident Representative (RR) by not having the knowledge of where and why a resident was transferred, and/or how to appeal the transfer, if desired.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure residents were provided with a written bed hold notice which included the cost per day information for the resident/representative to have informed consent for nine of nine residents and their representatives (Resident (R) 21, R27, R75, R9, R60, R69, R71, R91, and R86) reviewed for facility initiated emergent hospital transfer of 31 sample residents. This failure had the potential for the residents to be denied return to their original room or denial of the resident returning to the facility.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure residents had cognitive ability before signing arbitration agreements for four of five residents (Resident (R) 71, R84, R75, and R44) reviewed for arbitration of 31 sample residents. This had the potential to result in resident representatives not being able to resolve disputes with the facility in a court of law.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to maintain a functional Antibiotic Stewardship Program that followed the McGeer criteria for antibiotic usage for four out of 12 months reviewed for tracking and trending of antibiotics of 88 census residents. This failure had the potential to affect residents being prescribed antibiotics that were potentially unnecessary.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to update a resident's advanced directive in the medical record after the resident decided to change it from full code to a do not resuscitate (DNR) for one of nine residents (Resident (R) 66) reviewed for advanced directives of 31 sample residents. Failure to accurately record a resident's advanced directive in the medical record had the potential to result in the resident receiving cardiopulmonary resuscitation against their wishes.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure a written copy of the baseline care plan was provided to the resident and/or responsible party (RP) within 48 hours for one of one resident (Resident (R) 203) reviewed for baseline care plan out of 31 sample residents. This failure had the potential for residents and/or RP not to be informed of the plan of care.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to develop care plans with resident specific goals and interventions for the usage of antipsychotics for one of 31 sample residents (Resident (R) 69) reviewed for care plans. This failure to develop care plans increased the risk for care to be incomplete and/or inconsistent related to antipsychotic medications.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to properly store medications with four loose tablets and one loose capsule in the medication cart for the 300 hall rooms 300-314 and ten and a half loose tablets in the medication cart for the 300 hall rooms 315-325 out of seven medication carts reviewed for medication storage of 31 sample residents. This failure increased the potential for drug diversion.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to have a dialysis resident in Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) for one of two residents (Resident (R) 12) receiving dialysis out of 31 sample residents. This failure had the potential for cross contamination of residents, especially the vulnerable residents in the facility that receive dialysis.
Inspectors wroteC#: NJ00163892 Based on interviews, and record review, as well as review of pertinent facility documents on 12/6/23, it was determined that the facility staff failed to report an injury of unknown origin to the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) as required and according to the facility's policy Abuse Prevention Program for 1 of 3 sampled residents (Resident #1) reviewed for incident and accident investigation and reporting. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: 1. According to the admission Record (AR), Resident #1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included but were not limited to: Dementia, Hypertension, Osteophyte Left Shoulder. A Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool, dated 11/15/23, revealed that Resident #1 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 99, which indicated resident was unable to complete interview. [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of medical records and other pertinent facility documentation on 12/6/23, it was determined that the facility failed to follow professional standards of clinical practice for administration of medications and adhering to the facility's policy for using the Medication Administration Record for 1 of 3 residents (Resident #2) reviewed for medication administration. 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: [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for one (Resident (R) 58) of 18 residents reviewed for MDSs in a total sample of 18 residents. This deficient practice increased the potential for missed opportunities of care or services.
Inspectors wroteComplaint # NJ 160113 Based on interview, record review and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure one (Resident (R)186) of six residents for medication services received their prescribed medication. This deficient practice could allow residents to have discomfort or put them at further health issues.
15 fire safety citations on file: 5 on May 7, 2026, 4 on December 5, 2024, 6 on June 29, 2023.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| December 5, 2024 | Fine | $16,663 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
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 Jersey | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.66 | 3.85 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.81 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.36 | 3.50 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.08 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.77 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | not reported | 39.7% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | not reported | 37.7% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 1 |
CMS expects 3.94 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
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 3.79 on weekdays and 3.36 on weekends, 11% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 4.67 in April to June 2025 to 3.66 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 | 3.66 | 0.81 | 3.79 | 3.36 | 0.0% | 0 of 90 | 109 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.76 | 0.92 | 3.88 | 3.45 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 101 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 4.36 | 1.09 | 4.57 | 3.82 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 95 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 4.67 | 1.13 | 4.88 | 4.13 | 1.7% | 0 of 91 | 94 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| New Jersey, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.68 | 0.59 | 3.82 | 3.34 | 11.6% | 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
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. If you work here, your report helps start one.
| Job | Median | Middle half | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey, all employers | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $22.52 | $21.13 to $23.44 | 32,400 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $36.13 | $32.16 to $38.45 | 17,410 |
| Registered nurses | $51.20 | $47.94 to $61.41 | 92,680 |
| United States, nursing care facilities | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.67 | $17.91 to $22.55 | 534,270 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.86 | $30.05 to $37.40 | 188,210 |
| Registered nurses | $41.11 | $37.85 to $47.68 | 142,270 |
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.
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | New Jersey | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 15.8 | 8.7 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.5 | 2.3 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.9 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 17.6 | 8.2 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 12.0 | 5.4 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.9 | 12.8 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 29.0 | 24.9 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 10.0 | 8.1 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.7 | 2.1 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 1.8 |
For a stay to recover after a hospital visit, these are the results CMS publishes for Alaris Health at Belgrove's Medicare short-stay residents. On returning residents home or to the community, CMS rates it better than the national rate (63.6% of residents, after adjusting for how sick they were). How to read these, and what Medicare pays for.
63.6% this home
Better than 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. 259 eligible stays.
11.3% 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. 264 eligible stays.
7.4% 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. 161 eligible stays.
49.4% 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. 162 residents counted.
1.1% 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. 270 residents counted.
2.6% 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. 270 residents counted.
99.1% 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. 112 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.
Legal business name: SUB ACUTE REHABILITATION CENTER AT KEARNY LLC. CMS links this home to Alaris Health, a group of 8 nursing homes averaging 3.1 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub Acute Rehabilitation Center at Kearny LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 12/09/2010 | |
| Eisenreich, Avery | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 12/09/2010 | |
| Giampino, Chad | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 06/17/2013 | |
| Stern, Samuel | Corporate officer | Individual | 12/09/2010 |
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.
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
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