Lincoln Park Care Center
499 Pine Brook Road · Lincoln Park, NJ · 07035 · 9736963300
547 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Center Management Group
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
Red flags
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.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.47 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.43 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.12 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 47% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $21,645 |
Inspection citations (30 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 24, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 15, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 15, 2025
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 January 29, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 15, 2025
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 15, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 15, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 15, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 15, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 15, 2025
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 January 29, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 15, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 15, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 15, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 15, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 26, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 26, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 26, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 26, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2022
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 15, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2022
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected September 15, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2022
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected September 15, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2022
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 15, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2022
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected September 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2026 | Fine | $21,645 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315249 · certified since December 1, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.