SeniorCareRanked
New Jersey/HACKENSACK
59
Fair

CAREONE AT WELLINGTON

301 UNION STREET, HACKENSACK, NJ 07601
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

CAREONE AT WELLINGTON is a 128-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in HACKENSACK, New Jersey. It has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 59 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 26.3%. This facility has received 2 fine(s) totaling $18,431. 12 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the CAREONE chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score59/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating3/5 stars (= Average than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.6 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.57 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover26% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies12 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 2 fine(s) totaling $18,431
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.6
RN hours/resident/day0.57
Staff turnover26.3%
RN turnover27.8%

Facility Information

Beds128
Avg residents115.5
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainCAREONE
Deficiencies (last inspection)12
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting CAREONE AT WELLINGTON

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

CAREONE AT WELLINGTON reports 3.6 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 26.3% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

12 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.