Careone at Valley
300 Old Hook Road · Westwood, NJ · 07675 · 2016648888
98 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Careone
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.45 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.53 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.25 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 27% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 26, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected June 24, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315369 · certified since September 1, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.