Aristacare at Cedar Oaks
1311 Durham Avenue · South Plainfield, NJ · 07080 · 7322879555
230 certified beds For profit - Partnership Chain: Aristacare
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.58 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.90 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 26% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected October 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected December 22, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Corrected December 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 21, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected December 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2023
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.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 11, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2023 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 21, 2021
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 3, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 21, 2021
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 3, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 21, 2021
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.
Corrected August 3, 2021 · Administration
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315214 · certified since January 22, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.