nursing home in Hamilton, NJ
Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton
3 Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08690 · (609) 631-2555
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- 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
Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton at a glance
Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton is a 55-bed for-profit nursing home in Hamilton, New Jersey (Mercer County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 4.5 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 (February 14, 2025) found 12 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $11,175.
Nursing staff turnover is 62.3% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 55
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 25, 2015
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Mercer County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315519
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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 |
| 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) | 4.48 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.62 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.30 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.93 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62.3% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 12 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 85 | 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) | $11,175 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Better |
| 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 | 55 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 50 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.1% | 84% | 80.9% |
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) | 28.6% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 15.8% | 79% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| October 24, 2025 Complaint | 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 December 5, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Standard | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Complaint | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 14, 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 4, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Complaint | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| May 14, 2024 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2024 |
| May 14, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2024 |
| May 14, 2024 Complaint | 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 June 4, 2024 |
| October 20, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 20, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Complaint | 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 October 24, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Complaint | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 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 October 24, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| October 20, 2020 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 17, 2020 |
| October 20, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 18, 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 $11,175 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2025 | Fine | $11,175 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPRING HILLS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2021 |
| MARKOWITS, ALEXANDER Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2021 |
| OAK SPRING HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2021 |
| OAK SPRING HOLDINGS NJ INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2021 |
| WINKLER, SHLOMO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2026 |
| MARKOWITS, ALEXANDER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| WINKLER, SHLOMO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/11/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton's rating?
Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton has 2 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 Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton 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 Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton and how do I contact it?
Accela Post Acute Care at Hamilton is at 3 Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08690. Phone: (609) 631-2555.
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.