nursing home in Livingston, NJ
Careone at Livingston
68 Passaic Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039 · (973) 758-9000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Careone at Livingston at a glance
Careone at Livingston is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Livingston, New Jersey (Essex 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 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 21, 2025) found 7 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 11.3% 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
- Careone
- Medicare-certified since
- October 17, 2002
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Essex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315479
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 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) | 3 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 4.21 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.63 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.23 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.86 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 11.3% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.7% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 29 | 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 | 67 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 55.7% | 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) | 11.7% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.5% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.2% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.4% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.3% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 50.9% | 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) | 16.5% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.1% | 15.6% | 19% | Average |
| 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) | 95.9% | 93% | 93.6% | Average |
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) | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.4% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.5% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 23, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| October 23, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 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 September 15, 2025 |
| August 21, 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 September 15, 2025 |
| March 14, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 23, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that gas fire places are out of the reach of patients and can be shut off if unit is working improperly. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0524 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 28, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 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 March 29, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| November 13, 2023 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2023 |
| November 13, 2023 Complaint | Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0620 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2023 |
| November 13, 2023 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2023 |
| January 4, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2022 |
| January 4, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2022 |
| January 4, 2022 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2022 |
| January 4, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2022 |
| January 4, 2022 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 January 14, 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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARE ONE LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/01/2004 |
| STRAUS, DANIEL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 10/09/2001 |
| DES 2009 GST TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/01/2021 |
| DES-C 2009 GRAT Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 21% | 10/26/2009 |
| DES HOLDING CO., INC. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 24% | 09/01/2004 |
| BARUCH, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| CARE ONE MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2004 |
| HEALTHBRIDGE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/2008 |
| BARUCH, DAVID Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Careone at Livingston's rating?
Careone at Livingston 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 Careone at Livingston receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Careone at Livingston 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 Careone at Livingston?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Careone. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Careone at Livingston and how do I contact it?
Careone at Livingston is at 68 Passaic Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039. Phone: (973) 758-9000.
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.