ElderGrade

Inspection citations at Altercare Newark North Inc.

41 citations on record, 0 of which inspectors scored at actual harm or immediate jeopardy. Each one is the state surveyor's own finding, not our summary.

Reading the scope & severity code

A–C

No harm, minimal potential

D–F

No harm, potential for harm

G–I

Actual harm to a resident

J–L

Immediate jeopardy

The letter also encodes how many residents were affected — isolated, a pattern, or widespread. Full explainer.

Citations by survey year

Year Citations Involving harm or jeopardy
2026 1 0
2025 11 0
2024 3 0
2023 3 0
2022 11 0
2020 12 0
D April 16, 2026 Tag F0686 Complaint investigation Corrected Apr 2026

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D July 30, 2025 Tag F0695 Complaint investigation Corrected Aug 2025

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 6, 2025 Tag F0805 Corrected Mar 2025

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 6, 2025 Tag F0761 Corrected Mar 2025

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 6, 2025 Tag F0758 Corrected Mar 2025

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 6, 2025 Tag F0689 Corrected Mar 2025

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 6, 2025 Tag F0677 Corrected Mar 2025

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 6, 2025 Tag F0580 Corrected Mar 2025

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E February 6, 2025 Tag F0692 Corrected Mar 2025

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 6, 2025 Tag F0880 Corrected Mar 2025

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 6, 2025 Tag F0812 Corrected Mar 2025

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D January 8, 2025 Tag F0773 Complaint investigation Corrected Jan 2025

Administration Deficiencies

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D October 24, 2024 Tag F0550 Complaint investigation Corrected Nov 2024

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D August 6, 2024 Tag F0684 Complaint investigation Corrected Aug 2024

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D June 6, 2024 Tag F0684 Complaint investigation Corrected Jun 2024

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D November 8, 2023 Tag F0755 Complaint investigation Corrected Nov 2023

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E November 8, 2023 Tag F0807 Complaint investigation Corrected Nov 2023

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D September 7, 2023 Tag F0686 Complaint investigation Corrected Sep 2023

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D December 7, 2022 Tag F0925 Corrected Jan 2023

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D December 7, 2022 Tag F0699 Corrected Jan 2023

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D December 7, 2022 Tag F0695 Corrected Jan 2023

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D December 7, 2022 Tag F0692 Corrected Jan 2023

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D December 7, 2022 Tag F0657 Corrected Jan 2023

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D December 7, 2022 Tag F0656 Corrected Jan 2023

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D December 7, 2022 Tag F0641 Corrected Jan 2023

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D December 7, 2022 Tag F0584 Corrected Jan 2023

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D December 7, 2022 Tag F0553 Corrected Jan 2023

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E December 7, 2022 Tag F0880 Corrected Jan 2023

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F December 7, 2022 Tag F0812 Corrected Jan 2023

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

C January 13, 2020 Tag F0575 Corrected Feb 2020

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.

No actual harm, minimal potential

D January 13, 2020 Tag F0842 Corrected Feb 2020

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D January 13, 2020 Tag F0689 Corrected Feb 2020

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D January 13, 2020 Tag F0684 Corrected Feb 2020

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D January 13, 2020 Tag F0657 Corrected Feb 2020

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D January 13, 2020 Tag F0644 Corrected Feb 2020

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D January 13, 2020 Tag F0558 Corrected Feb 2020

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D January 13, 2020 Tag F0550 Corrected Feb 2020

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E January 13, 2020 Tag F0921 Corrected Feb 2020

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E January 13, 2020 Tag F0883 Corrected Feb 2020

Infection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E January 13, 2020 Tag F0679 Corrected Feb 2020

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

Citations are published by CMS from state survey agency findings. A citation describes what an inspector observed on a specific date; homes are required to submit a correction plan, and many findings are resolved long before you read them. Ask the administrator what happened and what changed.