nursing home in New Providence, NJ
Continuing Care at Lantern Hill
537 Mountain Avenue, New Providence, NJ 07974 · (908) 516-9400
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Continuing Care at Lantern Hill at a glance
Continuing Care at Lantern Hill is a 40-bed non-profit nursing home in New Providence, New Jersey (Union County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 5.6 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 15, 2026) found 3 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $14,069.
Nursing staff turnover is 23.9% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Erickson Senior Living
- Medicare-certified since
- July 21, 2017
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Union County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315523
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.55 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.25 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.18 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.05 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 23.9% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 11.1% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 3 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 71.3 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $14,069 | $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 | 40 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 34 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84% | 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) | 2.9% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.8% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15.6% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Average |
| 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% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.9% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.2% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.8% | 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) | 10.8% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.5% | 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) | 94.2% | 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) | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 87.7% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 15, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 12, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 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 February 10, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 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 February 13, 2026 |
| December 23, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| September 12, 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 October 18, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 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 October 14, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 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 October 11, 2024 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 11, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 11, 2023 |
| August 18, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 11, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $14,069 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 23, 2025 | Fine | $14,069 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL SENIOR COMMUNITIES, INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/14/2021 |
| EMBLEY, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/27/2021 |
| ERICKSON SENIOR LIVING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2025 |
| HALL, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/21/2017 |
| MERKERT, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2026 |
| MONTAGNI, ADRIANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/22/2021 |
| OAK INVESTMENT TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| OAK INVESTMENT TRUST II Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| SRIVASTAV, SUSHMITA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2025 |
| STINER, PAMELA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| SWEETSER, CHRISTIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| BROWN, IAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| BROWN, PATRICIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| CLUPPER, KATHERINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| COLINS, MARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/21/2017 |
| ERSTAD, EILEEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| JACQUE, ZINA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| LEONARD, MONTY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| MOLLEN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| MOSCATO, MARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| PAULK, PAMELA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| POMERANZ, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| REEL, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| ROSKIEWICZ, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| SHARP, RUSSEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| WALLICK, DANIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| BROWN, PATRICIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| COLINS, MARY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| EMBLEY, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/27/2021 |
| ERSTAD, EILEEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| HALL, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/21/2017 |
| MERKERT, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2026 |
| SAWICKI, SCOTT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| STINER, PAMELA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| TYLER, DANIEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| WALLICK, DANIEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| BISON, MICHAEL Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2025 |
| RIDLEY, FRED Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2025 |
| SONES, RANDALL Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2025 |
| BUTLER, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Continuing Care at Lantern Hill's rating?
Continuing Care at Lantern Hill has 3 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 Continuing Care at Lantern Hill 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 Continuing Care at Lantern Hill accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Continuing Care at Lantern Hill?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Erickson Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Continuing Care at Lantern Hill and how do I contact it?
Continuing Care at Lantern Hill is at 537 Mountain Avenue, New Providence, NJ 07974. Phone: (908) 516-9400.
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.