Peace Care St Ann's
198 Old Bergen Road · Jersey City, NJ · 07305 · 2014330950
120 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- 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
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.01 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.09 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.75 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 38% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 9, 2026
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 April 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 9, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 9, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
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 April 27, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 9, 2026
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 9, 2026
Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E March 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected November 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected November 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 30, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 22, 2022
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 30, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 22, 2022
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 30, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 22, 2022
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected December 30, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315413 · certified since October 15, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.