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Alaris Health At West Orange
5 Brook End Drive, West Orange, NJ 07052
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Alaris Health At West Orange is a For-profit, limited liability company nursing home in West Orange, New Jersey, certified for 120 beds and caring for about 109 residents a day.
CMS gives it 4 of 5 stars overall, equal to the New Jersey median; the health inspection rating is 3, staffing 2 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 18 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (6, 6, 6 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 15.0 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 15.2.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $64K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day (0.8 RN), close to the New Jersey median of 3.6.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Essex Co. median | New Jersey median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 18 | 22 | 21 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 15.0 | 15.4 | 15.2 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | — | 32.2% | 38.9% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $64,410 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (32 in the county, 348 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: New Jersey average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 21 May 2026, 19 Dec 2024.
Severity mix: K ×1 G ×2 D ×13 E ×2
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 May 2026 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | E | Standard survey | 19 Jun 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Standard survey | 19 Jun 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 19 Jun 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 19 Jun 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 19 Jun 2026 |
| 22 Dec 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Complaint investigation | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 21 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Complaint investigation | 21 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D | Standard survey | 21 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 21 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 21 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 21 Jan 2025 |
| 12 Aug 2022 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | K | Standard survey | 9 Sep 2022 |
| 12 Aug 2022 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Standard survey | 9 Sep 2022 |
| 12 Aug 2022 | F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Standard survey | 9 Sep 2022 |
| 12 Aug 2022 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 9 Sep 2022 |
| 12 Aug 2022 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 9 Sep 2022 |
| 12 Aug 2022 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 9 Sep 2022 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Dec 2025 | Fine | $46,410 | |
| 19 Dec 2024 | Fine | $18,000 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the New Jersey average. Turnover: nursing staff —, RNs —; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | New Jersey median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 8.3% | 7.3% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.5% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.2% | 2.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 4.8% | 6.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 12.3% | 4.8% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 4.4% | 11.8% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: St Cloud Operations Llc. Chain: Alaris Health (8 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Cloud Operations LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/15/2008 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Essex County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Care At St Vincents LLC | Cedar Grove | 151 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 6.0 | — | 25 Jan 2024 |
| Inglemoor Rehabilitation and Care Center | Livingston | 138 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1.4 | — | 6 Aug 2021 |
| Job Haines Home For Aged People | Bloomfield | 40 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 10.0 | — | 4 Apr 2025 |
| Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill | West Caldwell | 56 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 23.2 | — | 14 Mar 2025 |
| White House Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center | Orange | 176 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 11 | 6.3 | — | 5 Sep 2025 |
| Winchester Gardens Health Care Center | Maplewood | 30 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 36.7 | — | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Alaris Health At Cedar Grove | Cedar Grove | 230 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 42 | 18.3 | — | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Broadway House For Continuing Care | Newark | 78 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 12 | 15.4 | — | 26 Mar 2026 |
All 32 facilities in Essex County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Alaris Health At West Orange been cited for?
18 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 3 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The New Jersey median is 21 per facility.
Has Alaris Health At West Orange been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $64K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Alaris Health At West Orange compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day against a New Jersey median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Alaris Health At West Orange?
It is part of the Alaris Health chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include St Cloud Operations LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Alaris Health At West Orange last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 21 May 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 21 May 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.