nursing home in Plainfield, NJ
Aristacare at Norwood Terrace
40 Norwood Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060 · (908) 769-1400
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Aristacare at Norwood Terrace at a glance
Aristacare at Norwood Terrace is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Plainfield, New Jersey (Union County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 3, 2025) found 4 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.6% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Aristacare
- Medicare-certified since
- September 11, 1985
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Union County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315217
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.33 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.69 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.15 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.00 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.6% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.8% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 18 | 72.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 107 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.4% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.4% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.9% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.7% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 5.7% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 1.5% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.5% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 40.6% | 12.1% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 8.2% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.5% | 15.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.9% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 37.3% | 93% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 45.9% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 21.6% | 79% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 21 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 3, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 21, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 21, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 22, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| April 3, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 2, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 2, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| April 6, 2021 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 28, 2021 |
| April 6, 2021 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2021 |
| April 6, 2021 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GREENBERGER, SIDNEY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 20% | 03/01/2000 |
| GREENBERGER, SIDNEY Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2000 |
| GREEN, RIVKA Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2000 |
| RUBIN, SOLOMON Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2000 |
| SCHON, MORDECHAI Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2000 |
| GREENBERGER, SIDNEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Aristacare at Norwood Terrace's rating?
Aristacare at Norwood Terrace has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New Jersey nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Aristacare at Norwood Terrace receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Aristacare at Norwood Terrace accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Aristacare at Norwood Terrace?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Aristacare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Aristacare at Norwood Terrace and how do I contact it?
Aristacare at Norwood Terrace is at 40 Norwood Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060. Phone: (908) 769-1400.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.