Optima Care HarborviewCMS ratings, inspections and fines
- Address
- 178-198 Ogden Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307
- CCN
- 315310
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Certified beds
- 180
- Chain
- Optima Care
- Residents per day
- 149
- CMS flags
- None in the CMS record
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CMS gives Optima Care Harborview an overall rating of 3 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 15 Jan 2026. The latest survey cycle has 17 health citations. The median for nursing homes in New Jersey is 8. CMS lists 1 fine of $13,674 for this home in its penalties file.
Facilities may see a change in their overall rating for a number of reasons. Since the overall rating is based on three individual domains, a change in any one of the domains can affect the overall rating. Any new data for a nursing home could potentially change a star rating domain.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .
Since the last CMS update
The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.
Changes in the CMS recordFeed of changes in New Jersey (RSS)
Ratings
CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.
| Rating (1 to 5 stars) | This home | Hudson County median | New Jersey median | US average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Staffing rating | 2 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.9 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 3.6 |
A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 15 homes in the county, 348 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure
Citations by survey cycle
CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.
| Survey cycle | Standard survey | Citations | New Jersey median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (latest) | 15 Jan 2026 | 17 | 8 |
| Cycle 2 | 19 Sep 2024 | 4 | 7 |
| Cycle 3 | No date | 11 | 4 |
Health citations
The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.
Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J0 | K0 | L0 |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G0 | H0 | I0 |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | |||
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A0 | B0 | C0 |
Survey cycle 1 (latest): 17 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 May 2026 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jun 2026 |
| 28 May 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jun 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | E | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0836 | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0838 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. | F | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 4 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | E | Standard survey | 4 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0944 | Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. | E | Standard survey | 4 Feb 2026 |
| 5 Nov 2025 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Nov 2025 |
Survey cycle 2: 4 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep 2024 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Nov 2024 |
| 19 Sep 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Nov 2024 |
| 19 Sep 2024 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 8 Nov 2024 |
| 19 Sep 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 | 8 Nov 2024 |
Survey cycle 3: 11 citations
The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep 2022 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | 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 | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | F0640 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. | D | Standard survey | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | 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 | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | 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 | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Standard survey | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | F0711 | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. | E | Standard survey | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 28 Oct 2022 |
| 19 Sep 2022 | F0849 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | D | Standard survey | 28 Oct 2022 |
The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report
Penalties
A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.
| Date | Type | Fine | Days without payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Jan 2024 | Fine | $13,674 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.
| Staff | This home | New Jersey median | New Jersey average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nurse staff | 3.04 | 3.60 | 3.85 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.78 | 0.50 | 0.68 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.44 | 0.93 | |
| Nurse aides | 1.82 | 2.23 | |
| All nurse staff, weekends | 2.81 | 3.30 | 3.50 |
- Nurse staff turnover in a year
- 100.0%
- Nurse staff turnover, New Jersey median
- 38.9%
- RN turnover in a year
- 100.0%
- Administrators who left in a year
- 1
Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.
Quality measures
A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.
| Measure (CMS text) | Residents | This home | New Jersey median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 8.9% | 7.3% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 2.2% | 2.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.7% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 8.6% | 6.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.9% | 4.8% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 7.0% | 11.8% | 13.4% |
For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure
Ownership
An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Legal business name
- Optima Care Jersey City LLC
- Chain
- Optima Care (8 homes in the CMS chain file)
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emm Healthcare Group LLC | Adp of the snf | 30 Dec 2021 | |
| Shiftster LLC | Adp of the snf | 30 Dec 2021 |
The site shows organisations only. It does not show the names of persons.
Other homes in Hudson County
| Nursing home | City | Overall rating | Citations, latest cycle | Fines | Last standard survey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoboken University Medical Center Tcu | Hoboken | 5 of 5 | 2 | $0 | 18 Jun 2024 | |
| Alaris Health at Hamilton Park | Jersey City | 4 of 5 | 4 | $0 | 13 Mar 2025 | |
| Peace Care St Joseph's | Jersey City | 4 of 5 | 9 | $170,052 | 15 Apr 2026 | |
| Optima Care Castle Hill | Union City | 2 of 5 | 17 | $8,281 | 10 Mar 2025 | |
| Manhattanview Ctr for Rehabilitation and Healthcar | Union City | 4 of 5 | 0 | $0 | 19 Dec 2025 | |
| Optima Care Fountains | Secaucus | 1 of 5 | 12 | $51,483 | 19 Feb 2026 | |
| Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Jersey City | 4 of 5 | 5 | $0 | 4 Apr 2025 | |
| Harbour View Senior Living Corp | North Bergen | 2 of 5 | 13 | $28,674 | 21 Aug 2025 | |
| Peace Care St Ann's | Jersey City | 2 of 5 | 18 | $0 | 9 Mar 2026 | |
| Complete Care at Harborage LLC | North Bergen | 2 of 5 | 28 | $27,378 | 1 May 2026 | |
| Hudsonview Health Care Center | North Bergen | 5 of 5 | 6 | $0 | 31 Jul 2025 | |
| Alaris Health at Kearny | Kearny | 4 of 5 | 14 | $0 | 11 Feb 2026 |
Official channels
- Care Compare record of this nursing homeMedicare.gov. The official CMS record of this home.
- New Jersey Department of Health: complaints and hotlinesThe complaint page of the State Survey Agency for New Jersey, from the CMS list of agencies.
- Contact information for State Survey AgenciesCMS. The web address and the telephone number of the State Survey Agency of each state. These agencies investigate complaints about nursing homes.
- Filing a complaintMedicare.gov. The page names the State Survey Agency as the place for a complaint about nursing home care or facility conditions.
- Eldercare LocatorAdministration for Community Living. A public service that connects older adults and their families to local services. Telephone: 1-800-677-1116.
Cite this page
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Optima Care Harborview (CCN 315310). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/optima-care-harborview-jersey-city-nj-315310/
Provenance
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- CMS processed the data on
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Questions
- When was Optima Care Harborview last inspected?
- The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 28 May 2026. It was a complaint investigation. It gave 2 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 19 Sep 2024.
- Who operates Optima Care Harborview?
- The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, limited liability company. CMS lists the home in the chain Optima Care. The CMS ownership file names no organisation for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
- Is Optima Care Harborview a Special Focus Facility?
- No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists 2 homes in New Jersey as Special Focus Facilities and 10 as candidates.
- Where does the data on this page come from?
- The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.