nursing home in Edison, NJ
Hartwyck at Oak Tree
2048 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820 · (732) 906-2100
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hartwyck at Oak Tree at a glance
Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Edison, New Jersey (Middlesex 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 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 29, 2026) found 3 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 38.9% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 24, 1987
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Middlesex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315251
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) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 4 / 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) | 3.83 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.12 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.75 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.41 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.9% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 22.6% | 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) | 3 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 15 | 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 | 91 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 75.8% | 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) | 0% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.8% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 1.9% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 0% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 12.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 12.3% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 30% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 0% | 15.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93% | 93.6% | Better |
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) | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 23, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 26, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 26, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 23, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 11, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 11, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 9, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| December 20, 2024 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 December 21, 2024 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 8, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 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 February 11, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2025 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2023 |
| August 22, 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 August 31, 2023 |
| August 22, 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 August 29, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for outpatient facilities located next to inpatient facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0132 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 29, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/1997 |
| CARNES, JOY-LYNNE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2025 |
| DEROSA, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2025 |
| HAMILTON, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2025 |
| HAND, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MACKANIC, MARIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| RYAN, CHERYL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| SPARTA, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2025 |
| BANKS, KEITH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| BOLLERMAN, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| CROONQUIST, GEORGE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| DIAZ, ULISES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| DIPIERO, DOMENIC Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FEKETE, FRANK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| HICKEY, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| KIRKOS, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| LOWN, MARIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MARTINI, GLORIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MURRAY, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| RENNA, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| WILCHA, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/05/2024 |
| DEROSA, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| GARRETT, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HAND, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| MACKANIC, MARIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MAHER, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| RYAN, CHERYL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| SPARTA, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2025 |
| YORK, KATHERINE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| SPARTA, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hartwyck at Oak Tree's rating?
Hartwyck at Oak Tree 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 Hartwyck at Oak Tree receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hartwyck at Oak Tree 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 Hartwyck at Oak Tree?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hartwyck at Oak Tree and how do I contact it?
Hartwyck at Oak Tree is at 2048 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820. Phone: (732) 906-2100.
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.