Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Optima Care Fountains
595 County Avenue · Secaucus, NJ 07094 · 334 certified beds
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Public record
CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
36
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Inspection history (43)
October 17, 2024 · F
Citation F0847Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0847 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0865Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0865 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0867Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0625Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0625 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-17 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-10-17 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-11-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-02 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-02 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0711Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-02 under CMS tag F0711 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-02 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Penalties
Total fines on file: $51,483
Staffing
Latest: 3.90 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
- 2025Q43.90 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.90 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
CMS Care Compare chain: Optima Care
Chain ID 386 · 8 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 2.9
- Chain average health inspection rating: 2.3
- Chain average staffing rating: 3.4
- Chain average quality measure rating: 3.9
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Optima Care Riverview Investment, LLC
parent · PAC 7911394895
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Typical cost
Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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