CMS data shows Careone At Ridgewood Avenue earning a D grade with a score of 44/100, placing it below most facilities in New Jersey. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Staffing at Careone At Ridgewood Avenue is near the national average, with 4.08 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 13 deficiencies at Careone At Ridgewood Avenue, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.08 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.01 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.05 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.02 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.56 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.74 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jun 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0697 Severity EProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Jun 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0755 Severity EProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Jun 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0558 Severity DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Jun 3, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0577 Severity DAllow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.Jun 3, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 24.0% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 5.6% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 28.0% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 5.5% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 38.7% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $16,149
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 44 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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