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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.