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LUTHERAN SOCIAL MINISTRIES CRANES MILL

459 PASSAIC AVENUE, WEST CALDWELL, NJ 07006
Score: 95 / 100

Among nursing homes in New Jersey, Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill stands out with an A grade and a score of 95 out of 100. It ranks in the 96th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill provides above-average staffing with 4.37 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 13 deficiencies at Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.37 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.06 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.87 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.44 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.99 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.10 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

13
Total Deficiencies
Mar 13, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 13 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0755 Severity E
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    Mar 13, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0583 Severity D
    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
    Mar 13, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Mar 13, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0883 Severity E
    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    Aug 21, 2023 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Jan 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care 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 4.8% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 6.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 6.7% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 16.7% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 1.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 10.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 95 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
56
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 13, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3