nursing home in Newark, NJ
New Community Extended Care Facility
266 S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ 07103 · (973) 624-2020
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
New Community Extended Care Facility at a glance
New Community Extended Care Facility is a 180-bed non-profit nursing home in Newark, New Jersey (Essex County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 12, 2025) found 14 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $70,317.
Nursing staff turnover is 37.3% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 180
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Essex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315393
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.67 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.39 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.41 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.25 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.3% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 12.5% | 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) | 14 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 184.3 | 72.3 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $70,317 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 180 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 90 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 50.1% | 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) | 0.6% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.7% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10% | 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) | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 34.4% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 30.5% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.9% | 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) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 11.5% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.2% | 15.6% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 73.4% | 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) | 100% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 15.6% | 79% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 24 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2025 |
| February 12, 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 March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure electrical receptacles or cover plates have distinctive color or marking. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0917 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 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 March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 26, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 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 March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 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 March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 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 March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| January 11, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 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 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2023 |
| January 11, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 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 February 24, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 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 February 3, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| November 13, 2020 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 4, 2020 |
| November 13, 2020 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 4, 2020 |
| November 13, 2020 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 December 4, 2020 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $70,317 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | Fine | $70,317 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GUITTARI, NICHOLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2025 |
| NEW COMMUNITY CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2025 |
| ONWUNAKA, VERONICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2025 |
| MBAKAYA, ELIZABETH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2010 |
| ROHMAN, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| NEW COMMUNITY CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1986 |
| ROHMAN, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is New Community Extended Care Facility's rating?
New Community Extended Care Facility has 1 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 New Community Extended Care Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does New Community Extended Care Facility 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 New Community Extended Care Facility?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is New Community Extended Care Facility and how do I contact it?
New Community Extended Care Facility is at 266 S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ 07103. Phone: (973) 624-2020.
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.