Inspection Reports for Anchor Care & Rehabilitation Center

NJ, 07730

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Deficiencies per Year

8 6 4 2 0
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
Moderate Unclassified

Census Over Time

120 140 160 180 Dec '20 Jul '21 Mar '23 Jul '23 Dec '24 Apr '25
Census Capacity
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Nov 20, 2025
Visit Reason
This document serves to inform individuals about the privacy practices of NJDHSS, including how their medical information may be used and disclosed, and their rights related to this information.
Findings
The notice details the types of information covered, reasons for use and disclosure of health information, legal duties of NJDHSS, and the rights of individuals to access, amend, and restrict their health information.
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Devon L. GrafDirector, Office of Legal and Regulatory ComplianceListed as NJDHSS Privacy Officer and contact person for privacy practices.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 138 Deficiencies: 1 Apr 30, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (Complaint # NJ 184710) to assess compliance with staffing ratios and other regulatory requirements at the facility.
Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with New Jersey Administrative Code 8:39 regarding minimum staffing ratios, specifically failing to meet required CNA staffing levels on multiple day shifts over several weeks. A Plan of Correction was required to address these deficiencies.
Complaint Details
Complaint # NJ 184710 was substantiated with findings of deficient CNA staffing ratios on multiple day shifts during the weeks of 03/02/2025 to 03/08/2025 and 04/13/2025 to 04/26/2025.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to ensure staffing ratios were met to maintain the required minimum staff-to-resident ratios as mandated by the state of New Jersey for 21 day shifts.
Report Facts
Census: 138 Deficient CNA staffing days: 21 Required CNAs vs Actual CNAs: 18
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorMet with Director of Nursing and Staffing Coordinator to address staffing vacancies and corrective actions.
Director of NursingMet with Administrator and Staffing Coordinator to address staffing vacancies and corrective actions; responsible for audits and quality assurance.
Staffing CoordinatorInvolved in determining staffing vacancies and recruitment efforts.
Human Resource DirectorResponsible for exit interviews, recruitment, and quality assurance tracking.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 152 Deficiencies: 2 Dec 5, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted based on complaints NJ 177500 and 172217 alleging deficiencies in resident care documentation and staffing ratios at Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with federal and state regulations due to failure to consistently document care provided to residents and failure to maintain required minimum staff-to-resident ratios for Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) on multiple day shifts. Documentation deficiencies were noted for 3 of 5 residents reviewed, with numerous days and shifts lacking proper ADL documentation. Staffing deficiencies were documented for multiple weeks with CNA staffing below mandated ratios.
Complaint Details
Complaint # NJ 177500 and 172217. The facility was not in substantial compliance based on these complaints regarding documentation and staffing.
Severity Breakdown
SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to consistently document care provided to residents in the Resident CNA Documentation Record for 3 of 5 residents reviewed.SS=E
Failure to maintain required minimum staff-to-resident ratios for CNAs on multiple day shifts as mandated by New Jersey state law.
Report Facts
Census: 152 Sample Size: 5 Deficient CNA staffing days: 5 Deficient CNA staffing days: 7 Deficient CNA staffing days: 14 Documentation missing days: 22 Documentation missing days: 23
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 139 Deficiencies: 2 Oct 12, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (Complaint # NJ00168186) to determine compliance with federal and state regulations regarding the hiring and use of nurse aides and staffing ratios.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, based on the complaint visit. Deficiencies included the use of a non-certified Temporary Nurse Aide (TNA) working beyond allowed timeframes without proper certification and failure to maintain required minimum direct care staff-to-resident ratios for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) on multiple shifts.
Complaint Details
Complaint # NJ00168186 was substantiated. The facility was found deficient for employing a non-certified Temporary Nurse Aide beyond the allowed period and failing to maintain minimum CNA staffing ratios, potentially affecting all residents.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to ensure that a non-certified Temporary Nurse Aide (TNA) was properly certified and competent before working independently.SS=D
Facility failed to maintain the required minimum direct care staff-to-resident ratio for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) on 5 of 14 day shifts.
Report Facts
Census: 139 Sample Size: 3 Deficient CNA staffing shifts: 5 CNA staffing ratios: 17 CNA staffing counts: 14 CNA staffing counts: 16 CNA staffing counts: 15 CNA staffing counts: 16 CNA staffing counts: 15
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
TNA #1Temporary Nurse AideNon-certified nurse aide working beyond allowed period without CNA certification
Assistant Director of NursingADONInformed TNA #1 about CNA school enrollment requirement
Licensed Practical Nurse #1LPNInterviewed regarding supervision of TNA #1
Human Resources CoordinatorHRCResponsible for tracking staff licenses and certifications
Director of NursingDONInterviewed about TNA #1 certification and schedule removal
Human Resource DirectorReviewed staffing ratios and hiring procedures
Staffing CoordinatorMonitors staffing ratios and audits CNA certifications
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 140 Deficiencies: 1 Sep 29, 2023
Visit Reason
A complaint survey was conducted on behalf of the State of New Jersey Department of Health to assess compliance with regulatory standards.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with 42 CFR 483 subpart B but failed to meet mandatory staffing ratios for Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) on multiple day shifts, affecting all residents.
Complaint Details
The complaint survey found the facility deficient in CNA staffing ratios for 12 of 28 day shifts, with specific dates and CNA counts documented showing shortages compared to required minimums.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failed to ensure staffing ratios were met to maintain the required minimum staff-to-resident ratios as mandated by the state of New Jersey for 12 of 28 day shifts.
Report Facts
Survey Census: 140 Sample Size: 11 Deficient day shifts: 12 CNA staffing counts: 12 CNA staffing counts: 15 CNA staffing counts: 14 CNA staffing counts: 13 CNA staffing counts: 14 CNA staffing counts: 16 CNA staffing counts: 16 CNA staffing counts: 16 CNA staffing counts: 16
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorMet with Director of Nursing and Staffing Coordinator to address staffing vacancies and ensure accuracy of facility needs
Director of NursingMet with Administrator and Staffing Coordinator to address staffing vacancies and ensure accuracy of facility needs
Staffing CoordinatorResponsible for monitoring staffing ratios and notifying Director of Nursing and Administrator when ratios are not met
Human Resource DirectorReviews staffing ratios with Administrator and Director of Nursing; completes exit interviews for nursing employees
Inspection Report Routine Census: 141 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 5, 2023
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey was conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health to assess compliance with infection control regulations.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR §483.80 infection control regulations and has implemented CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.
Report Facts
Sample Size: 6
Inspection Report Routine Census: 143 Deficiencies: 0 Apr 6, 2023
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Survey was conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health to assess compliance with infection control regulations.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR §483.80 infection control regulations and has implemented CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.
Report Facts
Sample Size: 14
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 139 Capacity: 170 Deficiencies: 4 Mar 17, 2023
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A Recertification Survey was conducted to determine compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities.
Findings
Deficiencies were cited related to failure to maintain professional standards of clinical practice for 3 residents, failure to accurately account for controlled medications, improper medication storage, and food safety violations including improper labeling and hand hygiene. The facility was also found deficient in maintaining required minimum direct care staff-to-resident ratios for the day shift.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2 SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to maintain professional standards of clinical practice for 3 residents by not monitoring meal intake, not completing assessments before and after administering medications, and not removing an alarm once discontinued.SS=D
Failed to accurately account for and document administration of controlled medications, maintain clean and sanitary medication storage areas, and ensure accountability of narcotic shift count logs.SS=D
Failed to properly handle and store potentially hazardous foods, properly wash hands, and maintain equipment and kitchen areas to prevent microbial growth and cross contamination.SS=F
Failed to maintain required minimum direct care staff-to-resident ratios for the day shift as mandated by the State of New Jersey.
Report Facts
Census: 139 Total Capacity: 170 Meals without documentation: 272 Missing capsules: 1 Missing nurse signatures: 14 Staffing Deficiency: 6
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse #1LPNNamed in medication administration and narcotic count discrepancy
Assistant Director of NursingADONInterviewed regarding medication assessments and medication storage issues
Director of NursingDONInterviewed regarding meal intake documentation and medication administration
Nurse ManagerNamed in failure to remove alarm bracelet after order discontinued
Food Service DirectorFSDInterviewed regarding kitchen sanitation and hand hygiene
Regional Food Service DirectorRFSDInterviewed regarding kitchen sanitation and food labeling
Dietary AideDAObserved washing hands improperly in kitchen
Inspection Report Life Safety Census: 138 Capacity: 170 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 9, 2023
Visit Reason
An Emergency Preparedness Survey and a Life Safety Code Survey were conducted to assess compliance with federal regulations and life safety code requirements.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR 483.73 for Emergency Preparedness and 42 CFR 483.90(a) Life Safety from Fire, as well as the 2012 Edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 Life Safety Code.
Report Facts
Occupied beds: 138 Total licensed capacity: 170 Percentage of building powered by generator: 50
Inspection Report Original Licensing Deficiencies: 0 Oct 20, 2022
Visit Reason
The survey was conducted as part of a new construction and renovation project for the newly renovated 1-West Wing of the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with the requirements of 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, for Long Term Care Facilities. The renovated areas may not be occupied until formal notification by the Certificate of Need and Licensing Division has been received.
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 0 Oct 20, 2022
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A Life Safety Code Survey was conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facility Survey and Field Operations on 10/20/22 to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements and the 2012 Edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101, Life Safety Code (LSC), Chapter 19 for existing health care occupancies.
Findings
Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center was found to be in compliance with the Life Safety Code requirements. The survey focused on a newly renovated 1-West Wing consisting of multiple rooms and facilities, and no deficiencies were cited.
Report Facts
Rooms in renovated wing: 14 Smoke zones: 8
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 146 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 5, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint (Complaint #NJ150368) alleging misappropriation of a resident's assets and failure to investigate the allegation properly.
Findings
The facility failed to complete and provide an investigation of an allegation of misappropriation of Resident #2's assets through a Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) assigned by the facility. The resident reported unauthorized sale of personal property and financial exploitation. The facility also failed to follow its policies on Resident Abuse and Resident Rights. No actual harm was cited, and the matter is in litigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint #NJ150368 involved allegations of abuse and misappropriation of Resident #2's assets. The complaint was substantiated as the facility failed to investigate and prevent harm. The matter is in litigation, and no actual harm was cited during the survey.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to investigate allegations of misappropriation of Resident #2's assets and prevent psychosocial harm.SS=D
Report Facts
Resident census: 146 Monetary amounts taken: 10500 Monetary amounts taken: 700 Audit frequency: 4 Audit frequency: 3 Audit frequency: 2 Fee amount: 6000 Personal property values: 4000 Personal property values: 3000 Personal property values: 10000
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Admissions DirectorAdmissions DirectorMentioned in relation to the misappropriation allegations and Medicaid/DPOA process
Social Worker DirectorSocial Worker DirectorInterviewed regarding BIMS score and POA policies
AdministratorAdministratorInterviewed about the lawsuit and involvement of Admissions and Business Office
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Census: 133 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 15, 2021
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey was conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health to assess compliance with CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR §483.80 infection control regulations related to COVID-19 practices.
Report Facts
Sample size: 7
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 139 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 29, 2021
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint survey based on multiple complaint numbers NJ142012, NJ140357, NJ135060, and NJ133481.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with the requirements of 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, for Long Term Care Facilities based on this complaint survey.
Complaint Details
Complaint numbers NJ142012, NJ140357, NJ135060, and NJ133481 were investigated and found to be in compliance.
Report Facts
Sample Size: 11
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 132 Deficiencies: 8 May 21, 2021
Visit Reason
A Recertification Survey was conducted to determine compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities.
Findings
Deficiencies were cited related to physical environment approvals, medication administration errors, respiratory care, drug regimen review irregularities, medication storage, therapeutic diet compliance, food safety, and infection prevention and control practices.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 5 SS=E: 2
Deficiencies (8)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to obtain approvals from the Department of Community Affairs for renovations prior to conducting renovations and re-occupying the areas.
Facility failed to maintain professional standards of clinical practice by not following manufacturing specifications for administration of delayed release medication and not clarifying physician's orders for two residents.SS=D
Facility failed to maintain necessary respiratory care and services for a resident receiving respiratory care, including improper storage and handling of respiratory equipment and inadequate hand hygiene.SS=D
Facility failed to ensure Consultant Pharmacist reported irregularities and that the facility acted upon pharmacist's recommendations for medication regimen review for two residents.SS=D
Facility failed to properly label, store, and dispose of medications in medication carts, including expired medications and improper dating.SS=D
Facility failed to ensure a resident on fluid restriction received and consumed liquids in the appropriate amount according to physician orders.SS=E
Facility failed to maintain proper kitchen sanitation practices and properly store potentially hazardous foods in a safe and sanitary environment to prevent food borne illness.SS=D
Facility failed to perform hand hygiene appropriately for staff and disinfect equipment used in COVID-19 screening and testing processes according to CDC guidelines.SS=E
Report Facts
Census: 132 Sample size: 26 Bread loaves: 35 Medication carts inspected: 7 Medication carts with deficiencies: 4 Staff observed for hand hygiene: 10 Staff observed for disinfecting testing equipment: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN #1Licensed Practical NurseNamed in medication administration errors and respiratory care deficiencies
LPN #2Licensed Practical NurseNamed in respiratory care deficiencies and medication administration errors
RN/CNRegistered Nurse/Charge NurseNamed in medication administration errors and drug regimen review deficiencies
PTAPhysical Therapist AssistantNamed in infection control deficiency for failure to perform hand hygiene
DONDirector of NursingNamed in multiple findings including infection control and medication regimen review
FSDFood Service DirectorNamed in food safety and therapeutic diet deficiencies
RDRegistered DietitianNamed in therapeutic diet deficiency
DMDirector of MaintenanceNamed in infection control deficiency for failure to disinfect screening equipment
OTOccupational TherapistNamed in infection control deficiency for failure to disinfect screening equipment
ReceptionistNamed in infection control deficiency for failure to disinfect COVID-19 testing area
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 5 May 12, 2021
Visit Reason
A Life Safety Code Survey was conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health on 05/12/21 to assess compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements related to fire safety and the 2012 Edition of the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code for existing health care occupancies.
Findings
The facility was found to be noncompliant with several Life Safety Code requirements including inadequate number of approved exits in corridors, obstructed exit discharge paths, lack of occupant notification devices in the enclosed courtyard, overdue fire alarm system inspection, and deficiencies in sprinkler system maintenance and smoke-resistant ceiling integrity.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3 SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility failed to ensure every corridor had two approved exits without passing through intervening rooms.SS=D
Exit discharge path was obstructed by a 12'x12' white tent blocking direct access to the public way.SS=D
Facility failed to provide audible and visible fire alarm notification devices in the enclosed courtyard.
Fire alarm system inspection was overdue by more than 2 months, failing semi-annual inspection requirements.SS=E
Sprinkler system deficiencies including missing ceiling tiles compromising smoke resistance, sprinkler heads obstructed or iced, and antifreeze system failure.SS=D
Report Facts
Date of survey: May 12, 2021 Size of obstructing tent: 144 Number of missing ceiling tiles: 4 Overdue inspection duration: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorPresent during observations and interviews related to deficiencies
Regional Plant Operations DirectorPresent during observations and interviews related to deficiencies
Inspection Report Routine Census: 139 Deficiencies: 0 Jan 5, 2021
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey was conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health to assess compliance with infection control regulations.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR §483.80 infection control regulations and has implemented the CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19.
Report Facts
Sample size: 3
Inspection Report Routine Census: 142 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 9, 2020
Visit Reason
A COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey was conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health to assess compliance with infection control regulations and recommended practices for COVID-19.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR §483.80 infection control regulations and had implemented the CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19.
Report Facts
Sample size: 8

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