Survey cycles in this release
| Cycle | Health date | Health deficiencies | Fire date | Fire deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 | 2026-03-20 | 8 | 2026-03-20 | 7 |
| Cycle 2 | 2024-10-11 | 3 | 2024-10-11 | 7 |
| Cycle 3 | 2023-05-12 | 10 | 2023-05-12 | 12 |
NURSING HOME PUBLIC RECORD
962 River Ave · Lakewood, NJ 08701 · Ocean County
The citation files cover the three most recent standard inspections plus qualifying complaint and infection-control inspections in the prior three years. A correction date is a CMS field; this site does not independently verify conditions. Absence from a file is not proof that no issue exists.
| Cycle | Health date | Health deficiencies | Fire date | Fire deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 | 2026-03-20 | 8 | 2026-03-20 | 7 |
| Cycle 2 | 2024-10-11 | 3 | 2024-10-11 | 7 |
| Cycle 3 | 2023-05-12 | 10 | 2023-05-12 | 12 |
0 rows carry G–L scope/severity codes; 0 carry J–L. 9 tag codes appear on more than one survey date. These counts describe citation rows, not residents or incidents.
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-05-01Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-05-04Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-05-04Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-05-01Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-05-01Meet other general requirements.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-04-30Ensure 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.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-11-30 · complaintProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-11-30Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-11-30Provide sliding doors free of hazards, operable without special knowledge or effort, and meet weight requirements to set door in motion.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-11-30Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-11-30Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-11-30Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-11-30Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-12-20Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-11-30Fine amounts and payment-denial days are shown exactly as aggregated from the current penalties file. They do not imply an unpaid balance.
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Payment-denial days |
|---|---|---|---|
| No penalty row appeared in the August 2026 penalties file. | |||
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