Inspection Reports for
Complete Care At Madison, Llc

625 State Highway 34, Matawan, NJ, 07747

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Deficiencies (last 6 years)

Deficiencies (over 6 years) 9.8 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

88% worse than New Jersey average
New Jersey average: 5.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

32 24 16 8 0
2011
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 71% occupied

Based on a August 2024 inspection.

This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.

Occupancy rate over time

40% 60% 80% 100% Jul 2021 Feb 2022 Dec 2022 Oct 2023 Aug 2024

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Deficiencies: 5 Date: Sep 10, 2024

Visit Reason
An Initial Approval survey was conducted on 09/10/2024 for the Dialysis Den project to assess compliance with LTC-LSC regulations and life safety code requirements.

Findings
The facility was found non-compliant with emergency preparedness requirements, life safety code provisions including inadequate emergency exits, non-illuminated exit signage, lack of self-closing doors on hazardous storage rooms, and missing sprinkler protection on an awning. Corrective actions and plans of correction were documented for each deficiency.

Deficiencies (5)
Failed to include Dialysis Den staff and resident needs in the emergency preparedness plan and risk assessment.
Failed to provide two exits remote from each other to minimize blockage risk in the Dialysis Den.
Emergency exit directional lights were not maintained in operating condition; exit sign not illuminated.
Hazardous storage rooms lacked self-closing doors as required.
Failed to provide automatic fire sprinkler protection to a large cloth covered awning at the Dialysis Den entrance.
Report Facts
Deficiency completion date: Oct 15, 2024 Deficiency completion date: Jan 13, 2025 Deficiency completion date: Oct 15, 2024 Deficiency completion date: Oct 1, 2024 Deficiency completion date: Oct 1, 2024

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 6 Date: Aug 27, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted based on complaints regarding failure to revise care plans, medication administration errors, infection control lapses, medication storage issues, and delayed therapy services.

Complaint Details
Complaint NJ #: 171611, 163699, 172074. Complaints involved failure to revise care plans, medication errors, infection control lapses, and delayed therapy services.
Findings
The facility failed to revise an individual comprehensive care plan for a resident with a pressure ulcer, failed to notify transport and hospital staff of a resident's COVID-19 status, improperly administered medications including pain and psychotropic drugs, failed to maintain accurate narcotic counts and documentation, improperly stored medications with loose pills in medication carts, and delayed speech therapy evaluation for a resident.

Deficiencies (6)
Failure to revise an individual comprehensive care plan for a resident with a right elbow stage 4 pressure ulcer.
Failure to notify emergency transport and receiving hospital staff of a resident's COVID-19 positive status during transfer.
Failure to follow professional standards in administering pain medications, increasing psychotropic medication doses, and following physician orders for no adhesive tape on a gastrostomy tube site.
Failure to ensure narcotic counts were completed on multiple days and shifts, missing nurse signatures on controlled substance administration records, and pre-signing DEA 222 forms.
Failure to properly store medications; presence of loose, unidentifiable pills in medication carts.
Failure to provide timely speech therapy evaluation to a resident as ordered.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for professional standards of practice: 38 Medication carts reviewed: 3 Medication cart narcotic count missing shifts: 20 Medication cart narcotic count missing shifts: 26 Medication cart narcotic count missing shifts: 20 Resident BIMS scores: 5 Resident BIMS scores: 3 Resident BIMS scores: 15 Resident BIMS scores: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Acting Director of NursingActing DONConfirmed failure to update care plans, acknowledged missing documentation of COVID-19 status communication, and confirmed medication administration issues.
Unit Manager/Licensed Practical NurseUM/LPNConfirmed care plan deficiencies and medication storage issues.
Infection Preventionist/LPNIP/LPNReviewed COVID-19 line listing and confirmed lack of documentation for transmission-based precautions communication.
Licensed Practical NurseLPN #1Involved in medication administration and narcotic inventory review.
Licensed Practical NurseLPN #2Agency nurse unaware of no adhesive tape order until informed.
Director of RehabilitationDPTAcknowledged missed speech therapy evaluation and explained facility process for therapy orders.
Licensed Vocational NurseLVNAcknowledged missing narcotic documentation and pre-signing shift logs.

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 9 Date: Aug 27, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements including resident rights, medication administration, transfer documentation, infection control, pharmaceutical services, rehabilitative services, and call bell system functionality.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to enforce staff cell phone policies, incomplete transfer documentation, failure to notify receiving hospitals of isolation precautions, improper medication administration, incomplete narcotic accountability, improper medication storage, delayed laboratory testing for psychiatric medications, delayed speech therapy evaluation, and malfunctioning resident call bell systems.

Deficiencies (9)
Failure to ensure staff did not use cell phones in resident care areas and speak non-English languages while providing care.
Failure to document complete and appropriate information on the New Jersey Universal Transfer Form and lack of policy for UTF use.
Failure to notify emergency transport and receiving hospital staff of resident's isolation precaution status upon transfer.
Failure to follow professional standards in medication administration including missed pain medication, failure to increase medication doses as ordered, and failure to follow no adhesive tape order for gastrostomy site.
Failure to complete narcotic counts on multiple days and shifts, missing signatures on controlled substance administration records, and pre-signing DEA 222 forms.
Failure to properly store medications, with loose pills found in medication carts.
Failure to obtain timely laboratory testing for lithium levels as recommended by psychiatry.
Failure to provide timely speech therapy evaluation as ordered.
Failure to ensure resident call bell system functioned properly including lack of illumination, incorrect room identification, and no audible notification.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 4 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 4 Residents affected: 3 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Call bell lights tested: 10 Call bell lights deficient: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Nursing Home AdministratorLNHAInterviewed regarding staff cell phone policy enforcement and call bell system issues
Acting Director of NursingDONInterviewed regarding medication administration, transfer documentation, and narcotic accountability
Social WorkerSWProvided education on cell phone policy and inservice
Unit Manager/Licensed Practical NurseUM/LPNConfirmed medication storage and narcotic accountability issues
Licensed Vocational NurseLVNConfirmed medication storage and narcotic accountability issues
Director of RehabilitationDPTInterviewed regarding delayed speech therapy evaluation
Resident Call Bell System VendorRCBSVInterviewed regarding call bell system updates and malfunctions

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 118 Capacity: 167 Deficiencies: 9 Date: Aug 27, 2024

Visit Reason
A Recertification Survey was conducted to determine compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities, including multiple complaints numbered 163503, 163699, 164917, 165994, 167427, 170365, 171611, 172074, 172747, 174114, and 175564.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related with multiple complaint numbers cited. The complaints involved issues such as staff cell phone use in resident care areas, improper medication administration, incomplete transfer documentation, inadequate care planning, and fire safety violations. The complaints were substantiated as evidenced by the cited deficiencies.
Findings
Deficiencies were cited related to respect and dignity, transfer and discharge requirements, comprehensive care plans, pharmacy services, medication administration, resident call system, and life safety code violations. The facility failed to comply with multiple federal and state regulations, including improper use of cell phones by staff, incomplete universal transfer forms, inadequate medication administration, and fire safety code violations.

Deficiencies (9)
Facility failed to ensure staff did not use cell phones or bluetooth earpieces in resident care areas, affecting residents' dignity and respect.
Facility failed to document complete and appropriate information on New Jersey Universal Transfer Forms for residents being transferred or discharged.
Facility failed to revise individual comprehensive care plans timely and accurately for residents.
Facility failed to follow professional standards of clinical practice in administering medications, including missed doses and improper documentation.
Facility failed to provide routine and emergency drugs and biologicals under proper pharmaceutical services and controls.
Facility failed to properly store medication and maintain accurate narcotic counts and records.
Facility failed to ensure resident call bell system functioned properly and provided audible notification.
Facility failed to maintain fire safety systems including egress doors, exit signage, sprinkler system maintenance, fire alarm testing, and smoke detector sensitivity testing.
Facility failed to ensure adequate staffing and presence of assistant director of nursing as required by state regulations.
Report Facts
Census: 118 Total Capacity: 167 Complaint Numbers: 12 Deficiency Counts: 11 Staffing Ratios: 19 Medication Cart Reviews: 3 Fire Safety Audits: 5

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 20, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a regulatory survey of the nursing home facility Complete Care at Madison, LLC.

Findings
No health deficiencies were found during the inspection.

Inspection Report

Abbreviated Survey
Census: 135 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 20, 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: 7

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Apr 27, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint (NJ 163368) regarding the failure to update and communicate a care plan for a resident with a stage four pressure injury, specifically related to proper positioning to promote healing.

Complaint Details
Complaint # NJ 163368 involved a grievance filed by the resident's guardian regarding improper positioning related to a stage four pressure injury. The complaint was substantiated by observations, interviews, and record review.
Findings
The facility failed to update the care plan to include positioning instructions for a resident with a stage four pressure injury, resulting in staff not having clear guidance. Observations confirmed the resident was positioned incorrectly, and interviews revealed staff relied on verbal instructions rather than documented care plans. The facility held in-service training in response to the grievance.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to update a care plan for a resident with a stage four pressure injury to include positioning instructions.
Failure to ensure appropriate positioning of a resident with a stage four pressure injury conducive to healing.
Report Facts
Complaint number: 163368 Dates of care plan updates and interventions: Care plan initiated 01/13/2023, revised 04/24/2023; wound consult initiated 01/13/2023; in-service training held 04/07/2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Practical Nurse 3Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding care plan and resident chart
Director of NursingDirector of NursingConfirmed resident positioning and stated expectation for care plan updates

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 132 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Apr 27, 2023

Visit Reason
A complaint survey was conducted on behalf of the New Jersey Department of Health based on multiple complaint numbers. The survey was conducted from 04/24/2023 to 04/27/2023 with a census of 132 residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved multiple complaint numbers (NJ00154623, NJ00155157, NJ00157573, NJ00157650, NJ00158005, NJ00158179, NJ00159719, NJ00160722, NJ00162652, NJ00163141, NJ00163368). The facility was found not in substantial compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, based on the recertification and complaint visit.
Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with New Jersey Administrative Code and 42 CFR Part 483 requirements. Key findings included failure to maintain required staffing ratios for Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) on multiple day shifts over several months, and failure to update and implement comprehensive care plans for residents, specifically regarding positioning and treatment of wounds for Resident #8. The facility also failed to ensure appropriate positioning to promote healing of pressure injuries.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to maintain minimum CNA staffing ratios on multiple day shifts over several months.
Failure to update and revise comprehensive care plans timely, including failure to communicate care plan changes to staff.
Failure to ensure appropriate positioning and treatment of pressure injuries for Resident #8, potentially affecting healing.
Report Facts
Survey Census: 132 Sample Size: 31 Deficient CNA staffing shifts: 82 CNA staffing deficits: 5 CNA staffing deficits: 6 CNA staffing deficits: 5 CNA staffing deficits: 11 CNA staffing deficits: 14 CNA staffing deficits: 7 CNA staffing deficits: 6 CNA staffing deficits: 7 CNA staffing deficits: 21

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 7 Date: Dec 9, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory standards related to resident care, medication administration, infection control, facility maintenance, and record keeping.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to complete significant change assessments, improper insulin administration technique, inadequate care and documentation for central venous catheters, inaccurate controlled substance accountability, insufficient monitoring of psychotropic medication use, unsanitary kitchen equipment, and incomplete medical records documentation.

Deficiencies (7)
Failure to ensure completion of a significant change Minimum Data Set (MDS) for Resident #36.
Failure to accurately administer insulin from a prefilled pen device using proper technique for Resident #61.
Failure to routinely change dressing, obtain physician orders, and develop care plan for central venous catheter (CVC) for Resident #14.
Failure to maintain accurate accountability and reconciliation for controlled drugs Morphine Sulfate and Fentanyl for Resident #162.
Failure to monitor specific target behaviors with quantifiable data and ensure non-pharmacological interventions prior to administering psychotropic medication for Resident #105.
Failure to sanitize, store, and maintain kitchen equipment properly, including can opener and ovens.
Failure to maintain complete, accurate, and systematically organized medical records including documentation of dental visits for Resident #38.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed: 27 Residents reviewed: 4 Residents reviewed: 1 Residents reviewed: 3 Residents reviewed: 5 Insulin dose: 30 Morphine Sulfate IV bags: 4 Morphine Sulfate IV bags: 4 Duragesic patch doses: 50 Duragesic patch doses: 100 Psychotropic medication dose: 25 Psychotropic medication dose: 50

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse/Unit ManagerInterviewed regarding Resident #36 hospice status and medical record
Minimum Data Set/Registered NurseInterviewed regarding MDS hospice documentation error
Director of NursingProvided hospice visit note and in-service documentation
Licensed Practical Nurse/Unit ManagerInterviewed regarding insulin administration technique
Licensed Practical Nurse/Infection PreventionistInterviewed regarding insulin pen administration and staff education
Consultant PharmacistProvided medication pass observation and interviewed about insulin pen use
Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding care of Resident #14 central venous catheter
Certified Nursing AideInterviewed regarding care of Resident #14 central venous catheter
Regional Clinical NurseInterviewed regarding controlled substance inventory discrepancies
Registered PharmacistInterviewed regarding controlled substance inventory and IPSCAR use
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding controlled substance inventory and policy updates
Consultant PharmacistInterviewed regarding controlled substance documentation
Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding psychotropic medication monitoring
Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding Resident #105 behavior
Food Service DirectorInterviewed regarding kitchen cleaning schedules
Regional Food Service DirectorInterviewed regarding kitchen equipment sanitation
Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding dental consult process for Resident #38
Registered Nurse/Unit ManagerInterviewed regarding dental consult process and record keeping for Resident #38
Infection Preventionist Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding dental visit process and documentation

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 114 Capacity: 167 Deficiencies: 12 Date: Dec 9, 2022

Visit Reason
A Recertification Survey was conducted to determine compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities.

Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with emergency preparedness requirements but had multiple deficiencies related to comprehensive assessment after significant change, professional standards of clinical practice, quality of care, pharmacy services, and life safety code violations including fire door inspections and emergency lighting.

Deficiencies (12)
Facility failed to ensure a significant change Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment was completed for Resident #36.
Facility failed to follow acceptable professional standards by not accurately administering medication to Resident #61.
Facility failed to routinely change the dressing surrounding a central venous catheter and obtain physician orders for care for Resident #14.
Facility failed to maintain accurate accountability and reconciliation of controlled drugs for Resident #162.
Facility failed to maintain required minimum direct care staff to resident ratios for day shifts as mandated by the State of New Jersey.
Facility failed to inspect fire doors annually and maintain required fire door assemblies.
Facility failed to provide battery backup emergency lighting and emergency fire alarm notification by audible and visible signals.
Facility failed to maintain sprinkler system and fire alarm system in optimal condition.
Facility failed to ensure corridor doors resist passage of smoke and maintain door hardware properly.
Facility failed to maintain medical records complete, accurate, readily accessible, and systematically organized for Resident #38.
Facility failed to monitor and document psychotropic drug use and behavioral interventions for Resident #105.
Facility failed to maintain food safety and sanitation in the kitchen, including cleaning of can opener and range burners.
Report Facts
Residents present: 114 Total licensed beds: 167 Deficient CNA staffing shifts: 14 Fire doors deficient: 9 Fire doors inspected: 40 Deficient medication storage reviews: 3

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 110 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 18, 2022

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 related to COVID-19.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR §483.80 infection control regulations as it relates to the implementation of CMS and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19.

Report Facts
Sample Size: 7 Covid + In-House: 24

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 93 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 8, 2022

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 for COVID-19.

Report Facts
Sample size: 5

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 92 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Sep 13, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint survey based on complaints NJ147421 and NJ147042 regarding failure to timely notify responsible parties of resident condition changes and failure to report an injury of unknown origin to the State Survey Agency.

Complaint Details
Complaint NJ147421 involved failure to timely notify a responsible party of a resident's fall incident. Complaint NJ147042 involved failure to report an injury of unknown origin to the State Survey Agency. Both complaints affected one resident each out of three reviewed.
Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with federal regulations for long term care facilities. Deficiencies included failure to notify a resident's responsible party promptly after a fall incident and failure to report an injury of unknown origin to the State Survey Agency. The facility conducted staff in-service training and implemented monitoring logs to ensure compliance.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to notify responsible party of a resident's change in condition after a fall incident.
Failure to report an injury of unknown origin to the State Survey Agency within required timeframes.
Report Facts
Sample Size: 5 Deficiencies cited: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
RN #1Registered NurseWitnessed fall incident but failed to notify responsible party
Director of NursingDirector of NursingProvided interviews and described expectations for notification and reporting
RN #2Registered NurseReceived hospital call about resident admission and informed RN house supervisor
RN #3RN House SupervisorInformed about resident injury by RN #2
Regional Clinical SupervisorRegional Clinical SupervisorInterviewed regarding incident and facility investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 92 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 19, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint survey based on complaints NJ145326 and NJ145210.

Complaint Details
Complaint numbers NJ145326 and NJ145210 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated as the facility was in compliance.
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.

Report Facts
Sample Size: 9

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 4 Date: Sep 21, 2020

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory standards related to resident safety, medication storage, food safety, infection control, and smoking policies at Complete Care at Madison, LLC.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to prevent a resident from possessing a lighter and timely smoking evaluation, storage of expired medications and biologicals, improper food storage and lack of refrigerator temperature monitoring, and inconsistent use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by staff in isolation areas.

Deficiencies (4)
Failure to ensure a resident was not in possession of a cigarette lighter, initiate a care plan for a smoker, and complete timely smoking evaluation.
Failure to ensure all drugs and biologicals were stored properly and removal of expired medications and biologicals from medication room.
Failure to store, label, and date potentially hazardous foods properly and maintain refrigerator temperature logs.
Failure to consistently use PPE to minimize infection spread during meal distribution and video conferencing in isolation rooms.
Report Facts
Expired medication items: 13 Expired syringes: 10 Dates missing on food items: 5 Refrigerator temperature log missing: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Nursing Assistant #3CNAObserved not wearing required gown and gloves during meal tray delivery in isolation unit; received education and was removed from schedule.
Registered Nurse #1RNProvided oversight to CNAs to ensure proper PPE use; instructed CNA #3 to don gown and gloves.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Unit Manager #1LPN/UMResponsible for delegating PPE use for meal pass; stated all CNAs required to wear full PPE.
Assistant Director of ActivitiesADAObserved lighting cigarettes for residents including Resident #63 who possessed a lighter.
Social Services DirectorSSDObserved not wearing full PPE during video conference in isolation room; received re-education.
Director of NursingDONStated staff was supposed to remove expired items from medication cabinet.
Center Executive DirectorCEDProvided statements regarding PPE requirements and staff training.
Infection PreventionistIPConducted oversight on staff compliance with PPE; provided re-education to staff.
Licensed Practical Nurse #1LPNPresent during medication room inspection; provided information on supply usage.
Certified Nursing Assistant #2CNAProvided information about Resident #63's smoking habits and compliance.
Food Service DirectorFSDProvided information on food storage and refrigerator temperature monitoring.
CookCookProvided information on thawed chicken labeling.

Notice

Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 15, 2011

Visit Reason
This document serves as a Notice of Privacy Practices to inform individuals about how their medical information may be used and disclosed by NJDHSS and to describe their rights related to this information.

Findings
The notice outlines the types of information covered, reasons for use and disclosure of health information, individuals' rights regarding their health information, and NJDHSS's legal duties and responsibilities to protect privacy.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Devon L. GrafDirectorListed as NJDHSS Privacy Officer and contact person for privacy practices.

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