Careone at Hanover Township
101 Whippany Road · Whippany, NJ · 07981 · 9735997500
94 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Careone
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $53,095 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
$53,095 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
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 | 3.59 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.72 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.27 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 19% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $78,415 |
Inspection citations (19 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G October 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 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 May 2, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J January 27, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G January 27, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G January 27, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected February 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G January 27, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 27, 2024
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected February 12, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 27, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 27, 2024
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 8, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 27, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 27, 2024
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E September 8, 2021
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 22, 2021 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E September 8, 2021
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 22, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 8, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 22, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 8, 2021
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 22, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 8, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 22, 2021 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 29, 2025 | Fine | $53,095 |
| January 27, 2024 | Fine | $25,320 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315511 · certified since May 21, 2012. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.