Inspection Reports for
Riverview Estates Rehab And Senior Living Center

303 Bank Ave, Riverton, NJ, 08077

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Deficiencies (last 4 years)

Deficiencies (over 4 years) 7 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

35% worse than New Jersey average
New Jersey average: 5.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

12 9 6 3 0
2021
2023
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 48 residents

Based on a September 2024 inspection.

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

Occupancy over time

28 35 42 49 56 Jan 2021 Aug 2021 Oct 2023 Jan 2024 Sep 2024

Notice

Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 19, 2025

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 the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services and to describe their rights related to this information.

Findings
The notice explains the types of information covered, reasons for use and disclosure of health information, individuals' rights to access and control their information, legal duties of the department, and contact information for privacy concerns.

Report Facts
Effective date: 2011

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Devon L. GrafDirectorNJDHSS Privacy Officer named as contact for privacy practices

Inspection Report

Capacity: 60 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 22, 2025

Visit Reason
A renovation project survey was conducted to inspect newly renovated resident rooms and common areas at Riverview Estates Rehabilitation and Senior Living Center.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with New Jersey Administrative Code 8:39-31.1 (b). The inspection would increase the facility's licensed beds from 60 to 66, but the new rooms may not be occupied until approval by the State of New Jersey Licensing unit is granted.

Report Facts
Licensed beds: 60 Licensed beds: 66

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 48 Deficiencies: 10 Date: Sep 6, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was a standard survey conducted on 09/06/2024 to assess compliance with federal and state regulations for long term care facilities, including complaint-related staffing and care issues.

Complaint Details
The inspection included complaint investigations related to staffing shortages and care deficiencies occurring between November 2023 and August 2024, including multiple shifts with deficient CNA staffing and total staff coverage.
Findings
The facility was found not in substantial compliance with multiple regulatory requirements including professional standards for treatment documentation, respiratory care, staffing ratios, medication management, food safety, infection control, and life safety code compliance. Deficiencies included failure to document treatment administration, improper respiratory care and equipment handling, inadequate RN staffing coverage, delayed response to pharmacist medication recommendations, improper medication storage, food safety violations, infection control breaches during wound care, and fire safety code violations related to sprinkler maintenance and corridor door smoke resistance.

Deficiencies (10)
Failure to follow professional standards for documenting treatment administration on the Electronic Treatment Administration Record (TAR) for Resident #15.
Failure to follow physician orders for respiratory care and infection control measures for respiratory equipment for Residents #18 and #5.
Failure to ensure a Registered Nurse worked 7 days a week for at least 8 consecutive hours a day for 2 of 7 weekends reviewed.
Failure to respond timely to pharmacist medication regimen review recommendations for Residents #5 and #50.
Failure to properly label, store, and date medication in accordance with manufacturer recommendations; medication cart contamination and improper storage of lorazepam.
Failure to handle potentially hazardous food and maintain sanitation in a safe and consistent manner to prevent food borne illness.
Failure to maintain appropriate infection control practices during wound care and implement enhanced barrier precautions for Resident #15.
Failure to maintain fire sprinkler system sprinkler heads in accordance with NFPA standards, including gaps around sprinkler heads and missing escutcheon plates.
Failure to ensure corridor doors resisted the passage of smoke for 7 of 16 doors observed, including doors not latching properly and gaps between door leaves.
Failure to maintain required minimum direct care staff to resident ratios as mandated by the state of New Jersey, including deficiencies in CNA staffing on multiple shifts.
Report Facts
Census: 48 Sample Size: 17 Deficiency counts: 10 Staffing ratios: 6 Staffing ratios: 5 Staffing ratios: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of Nursing (DON)Named in relation to education and audits for treatment documentation, respiratory care, medication regimen review, infection control, and staffing compliance.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN #2)Named in relation to failure to document treatment administration and improper infection control during wound care.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN #3)Interviewed regarding respiratory care practices.
Human Resources/StaffingInterviewed regarding staffing levels and compliance with minimum staffing requirements.
Food Service Director (FSD)Named in relation to food safety deficiencies and corrective actions.
Surveyor #1 and Surveyor #2Conducted observations and interviews during the inspection.
Maintenance DirectorNamed in relation to sprinkler system repairs and door adjustments.

Inspection Report

Abbreviated Survey
Census: 45 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 25, 2024

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 and has implemented the CMS and CDC recommended practices to prepare for COVID-19.

Report Facts
Sample Size: 6

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 50 Deficiencies: 10 Date: Oct 30, 2023

Visit Reason
Complaint investigation based on multiple complaint numbers to determine compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Requirements for Long Term Care Facilities.

Complaint Details
Complaint NJ#: 162553; 164144; 168234. The complaint involved multiple issues including unsafe storage of hazardous materials, failure to notify resident representatives, incomplete incident investigations, inadequate care planning, medication errors, pressure ulcer care, unsafe environment, physician oversight, food safety, and infection control.
Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with requirements based on multiple deficiencies including unsafe storage of hazardous materials, failure to notify resident representatives of changes in condition, incomplete investigations of incidents, failure to develop comprehensive care plans timely, inadequate documentation and treatment of pressure ulcers, unsafe environment with unsecured janitor and treatment closets, failure to ensure physician oversight of care, improper food handling and storage, and failure to implement infection control precautions.

Deficiencies (10)
Failure to ensure janitor closets and treatment supply rooms containing hazardous materials were securely locked and free from resident access.
Failure to notify resident representatives of changes in condition for 2 of 17 residents reviewed.
Failure to thoroughly investigate an incident/accident for 1 of 5 residents reviewed.
Failure to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan in a timely manner for 1 of 17 residents reviewed.
Failure to meet professional standards of quality related to medication administration, care documentation, and discharge orders for multiple residents.
Failure to provide care consistent with professional standards to prevent and treat pressure ulcers for 1 of 1 resident reviewed.
Failure to ensure a safe environment to prevent accidents by securing hazardous materials and chemicals in janitor and treatment closets.
Failure to ensure physician reviewed resident's total program of care, write, sign, and date progress notes and orders for 1 of 13 residents reviewed.
Failure to procure, store, prepare, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety, including proper storage temperatures, sanitation, and employee hygiene.
Failure to establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program including proper transmission-based precautions and hand hygiene for 1 of 1 resident reviewed.
Report Facts
Census: 50 Sample Size: 15 Unclean knife count: 2 Freezer temperature: 28 Freezer temperature: 5 Missing treatment documentation: 21 Missing treatment documentation: 21 Missing treatment documentation: 15

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LPN Infection PreventionistLicensed Practical Nurse/Infection PreventionistInterviewed regarding infection control and notification procedures for resident #6.
Housekeeping DirectorHousekeeping DirectorInterviewed regarding janitor closet locking procedures and safety.
LPN #1Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding treatment supply room locking and resident safety.
FSDFood Services DirectorInterviewed regarding kitchen sanitation, food storage, and freezer temperature issues.
LNHALicensed Nursing Home AdministratorInterviewed regarding freezer temperature issues and facility safety.
Regional DONRegional Director of NursingInterviewed regarding care planning and physician orders.
Interim DONInterim Director of NursingInterviewed regarding care planning, incident investigations, and infection control.
MDMedical DirectorInterviewed regarding physician oversight and treatment of resident #6.
LPN #2Licensed Practical NurseInterviewed regarding resident #46 care and safety.
CNA #1Certified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding resident #44 care and janitor closet safety.

Inspection Report

Life Safety
Capacity: 30 Deficiencies: 6 Date: Oct 30, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was a Life Safety Code Survey conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health to assess compliance with fire safety and life safety regulations, including NFPA 101 and related codes.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including exit signage illumination, hazardous area door enclosures, fire alarm system installation, sprinkler system coverage, corridor door openings, and smoke barrier integrity. Corrective actions were planned and completed by 12/4/2023.

Deficiencies (6)
Facility failed to provide two illuminated exit signs to clearly identify the exit access path to reach an exit discharge door.
Failed to ensure fire-rated doors to hazardous areas were separated by smoke resisting partitions; corridor door to medical supply storage room did not self-close.
Failed to provide fire alarm notification by audible and visible signals for the outside enclosed courtyard.
Failed to properly install sprinklers and provide proper fire sprinkler coverage due to missing ceiling tiles in multiple rooms.
Transfer grills were used in corridor doors on resident sleeping units, which is prohibited.
Failed to maintain the integrity of smoke barrier partitions; a 6"x2" penetration with wires was not sealed in a smoke barrier wall.
Report Facts
Resident sleeping rooms: 30 Deficiency completion dates: 6 Penetration size: 6 Transfer grill size: 32

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maintenance DirectorEducated on multiple deficiencies and corrective actions.
Corporate Maintenance Director (CMD)Present during observations and confirmed findings.
AdministratorInformed of deficiencies during survey exit.

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 50 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 19, 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 and CDC recommended practices for COVID-19 preparation.

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
Census: 46 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Mar 22, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint survey based on complaints NJ158879, NJ159443, and NJ160977 to determine compliance with regulatory requirements.

Complaint Details
Complaint investigation based on complaints NJ158879, NJ159443, NJ160977. The facility was found deficient in CNA staffing ratios on multiple day shifts, affecting all residents at risk.
Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with New Jersey Administrative Code standards due to deficient CNA staffing ratios on multiple day shifts, failing to meet the minimum staff-to-resident ratio mandated by the State of New Jersey.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to ensure staffing ratios were met to maintain the required minimum staff-to-resident ratio as mandated by the State of New Jersey; deficient in CNA staffing for residents on 8 of 14 day shifts.
Report Facts
Census: 46 Deficient CNA staffing day shifts: 8 Required CNAs per day shift: 5 Actual CNAs on specific days: 2 Actual CNAs on specific days: 3 Actual CNAs on specific days: 4

Inspection Report

Follow-Up
Census: 36 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 11, 2021

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted to assess compliance with New Jersey Administrative Code staffing requirements and to follow up on previously identified deficiencies related to staffing shortages.

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with staffing ratio requirements for 10 of 42 shifts reviewed, with staffing shortages potentially affecting all residents. The facility conducted a root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions including increasing CNA wages, recruiting efforts, and monitoring staffing levels. A revisit on 9/22/2021 confirmed correction of the cited deficiency.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure staffing ratios were met for 10 of 42 shifts reviewed, affecting resident care.
Report Facts
Shifts with staffing shortages: 10 Resident census: 36 Staff to resident ratios: 11.3 Staff to resident ratios: 8.5 Staff to resident ratios: 8.8 Staff to resident ratios: 9 Staff to resident ratios: 12 Staff to resident ratios: 11.3 Staff to resident ratios: 11.7 Staff to resident ratios: 12.7 Staff to resident ratios: 11.7 Staff to resident ratios: 8.5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Human Resources DirectorMentioned in relation to staffing shortages and corrective actions.
Director of NursingMentioned in relation to staffing shortages and corrective actions.
AdministratorMentioned in relation to staffing shortages and corrective actions.
Staffing CoordinatorInterviewed about staffing ratios and shortages.

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 34 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 31, 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 and recommended COVID-19 practices.

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: 11

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 35 Deficiencies: 0 Date: 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 and recommended practices for COVID-19.

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: 5

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