Arnold Walter Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
622 S Laurel Avenue · Hazlet, NJ · 07730 · 7327876300
202 certified beds For profit - Partnership Chain: Excelsior Care Group
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.
The composite number cleared 72 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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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 | 3.35 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.52 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.35 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 50% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (23 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 24, 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 March 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 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 March 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected March 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 24, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 24, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 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 March 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2025
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected March 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 24, 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 March 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected January 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023
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 19, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 19, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 19, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected January 19, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 19, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 19, 2021
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 30, 2021 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 19, 2021
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 30, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 19, 2021
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 30, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 19, 2021
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 30, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315119 · certified since October 2, 1975. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.