Preferred Care at Hamilton
1501 State Hwy 33 · Hamilton Square, NJ · 08690 · 6095861114
126 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Preferred Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.71 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.43 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.36 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 59% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $48,825 |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 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 February 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 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 February 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 3, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 3, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 3, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2023
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected January 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 21, 2021
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 21, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| February 3, 2025 | Fine | $48,825 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315111 · certified since October 14, 1969. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.