nursing home in Trenton, NJ

Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center

1314 Brunswick Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638 · (609) 656-9291

★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center at a glance

Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center is a 149-bed for-profit nursing home in Trenton, New Jersey (Mercer County).

CMS gives it 4 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 (0.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (August 28, 2025) found 9 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 51.1% per year (state average 39.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Individual
Beds
149
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Accela Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
June 23, 1999
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Mercer County
CMS Certification Number
315455

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.3 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.1 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.4 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.5 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 54.1 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.30 hrsNew Jersey average3.85 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.30 hrs3.85 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.23 hrs0.68 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.14 hrs2.23 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.05 hrs3.50 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)51.1%39.7%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)36.4%37.7%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility9New Jersey average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)999Average
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)4472.380.6Better

Penalties

This facility0New Jersey average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$34,926$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds149147107
Average residents per day14312286
Occupancy95.8%84%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0.8%New Jersey average2.3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0.8%2.3%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)6.6%5.4%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)6.9%12.7%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.2%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)3.1%8.7%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)1.4%8.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)8.8%4.6%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)41%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)6.4%18.8%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)11.2%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)97.5%93%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility3.2%New Jersey average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)3.2%1.2%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)83.7%80.1%79.8%Average
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)81.5%79%82%Average

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 52 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm, including 5 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
August 28, 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 September 18, 2025
August 28, 2025
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 18, 2025
August 28, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 15, 2025
August 28, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 18, 2025
August 28, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 18, 2025
August 28, 2025
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 15, 2025
August 28, 2025
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 September 18, 2025
August 28, 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 September 18, 2025
August 28, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 15, 2025
August 28, 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 September 18, 2025
August 28, 2025
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 18, 2025
August 28, 2025
Standard
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 18, 2025
August 28, 2025
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 18, 2025
August 28, 2025
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 18, 2025
March 21, 2024
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 25, 2024
March 21, 2024
Standard
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 25, 2024
March 21, 2024
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2024
March 21, 2024
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2024
March 21, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2024
March 21, 2024
Standard
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2024
October 12, 2022
Fire safety
Establish methods for sharing information.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0033
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Fire safety
Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
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 December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Fire safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Fire safety
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886
L
Immediate jeopardy, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0888
L
Immediate jeopardy, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
L
Immediate jeopardy, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
L
Immediate jeopardy, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835
L
Immediate jeopardy, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0841
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0843
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0850
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2022
October 12, 2022
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 December 6, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
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 December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2022
October 12, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0559
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 21, 2023
October 12, 2022
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 December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
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 December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0924
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
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 December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
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 December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022
October 12, 2022
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected December 5, 2022

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.

NameRoleShareSince
BERKOWITZ, CHESKEL
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest23%12/29/2021
LEIFER, JOEL
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest23%12/29/2021
ORGEL, JOSEPH
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest10%12/29/2021
ORNSTEIN, MARTON
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest10%12/29/2021
RUBENSTEIN, DAVID
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest10%12/29/2021
ZUPNICK, JOEL
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest23%12/29/2021
STERN, SAMUEL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/29/2021
PANDYA, RITEN
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE12/29/2021

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Frequently asked questions

What is Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center's rating?

Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center has 4 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 Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center 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 Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center?

It is for profit - individual and part of Accela Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center and how do I contact it?

Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center is at 1314 Brunswick Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638. Phone: (609) 656-9291.

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.