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Complete Care At Cedar Grove
536 Ridge Road, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
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.
Complete Care At Cedar Grove, in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, is certified for 190 beds under for-profit, corporation ownership and belongs to the Complete Care chain.
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 19 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (6, 13, 0 by cycle, most recent first), none at the actual-harm level. That is 10.0 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 15.2.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day (0.4 RN), close to the New Jersey median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 67.2%.
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 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 10.0 | 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 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 67.2% | 32.2% | 38.9% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $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: 22 Nov 2024, 18 Aug 2023.
Severity mix: D ×13 E ×2 F ×3 B ×1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Apr 2026 |
| 28 Apr 2025 | 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. | B | Complaint investigation | 13 Jun 2025 |
| 22 Nov 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Standard survey | 12 Dec 2024 |
| 22 Nov 2024 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 12 Dec 2024 |
| 22 Nov 2024 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 12 Dec 2024 |
| 22 Nov 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 12 Dec 2024 |
| 22 Nov 2024 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 12 Dec 2024 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0809 | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. | F | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0868 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | F | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 18 Aug 2023 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 7 Sep 2023 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the New Jersey average. Turnover: nursing staff 67.2%, RNs 52.4%; 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 | 4.8% | 7.3% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.5% | 2.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.4% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 2.9% | 6.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.3% | 4.8% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 9.3% | 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, corporation. Legal business name: Complete Care At Waterview Llc. Chain: Complete Care (85 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pc Nj1 Opcos LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2021 |
| Pc Wta Opco Holdco LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 07/01/2021 |
| Welltower Inc | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2021 |
| Pc Wta Acquisition LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| Pc Wta Multi-State LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| Peace Capital Holdings LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| Waterview Center Realty, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| Welltower Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2021 |
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 |
| Alaris Health At West Orange | West Orange | 120 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 18 | 15.0 | $64K | 21 May 2026 |
All 32 facilities in Essex County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Complete Care At Cedar Grove been cited for?
19 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 0 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The New Jersey median is 21 per facility.
Has Complete Care At Cedar Grove been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Complete Care At Cedar Grove 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 Complete Care At Cedar Grove?
It is part of the Complete Care chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Pc Nj1 Opcos LLC and Pc Wta Opco Holdco LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Complete Care At Cedar Grove last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 31 Mar 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 22 Nov 2024.
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.