Careone at Parsippany

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Careone at Parsippany, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Feb 22, 2022

  C #: NJ 571 Based on interviews and record review, as well as review of pertinent facility documents on 2/22/22, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a safe environment as well as follow their own protocol on door security for 1 of 5 residents (Resident #2) reviewed for elopement risks. Resident #2 exited the building (eloped) on 2/18/22 at 8:11 pm when the facility's main entrance door was left unlocked and unattended. At approximately 9:50 pm the staff noticed the Resident missing. Elopement protocol was initiated. The Resident was found dead on 2/19/22 by a staff member in the wooded area approximately 600 feet away from the Facility. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: 1. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Aug 13, 2024

  Based on observation, interview, and review of facility policies, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain proper kitchen sanitation practices in a manner to prevent food borne illness. This deficient practice was observed and evidenced by the following: On 8/7/24 at 09:43 AM, the surveyor entered the kitchen for the follow up tour with the Director of Culinary Service (DCS). On 8/7/24 at 10:38 AM, the surveyor observed Chef (Chef #1) perform hand hygiene. Chef #1 scrubbed their hands with soap for 12 seconds and then rinsed their hands under running water. At 10:44 AM, the surveyor observed Chef #1 again perform hand hygiene. The surveyor observed Chef #1 scrubbed their hands with soap for 8 seconds and rinsed under running water. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF791Oct 24, 2022

  Based on observation, interview, and record review it was determined that the facility failed to provide the mandatory annual dental care services. This deficient practice was observed for 1 of 17 facility residents reviewed for dental care services, (Resident #10), as evidenced by the following: On 10/12/2022 at 12:55 PM, the surveyor observed that Resident #10 had dentition issues. The resident's teeth were brown and discolored with front teeth being chipped. When the surveyor inquired if his/her mouth was sore or if he had any problems eating? Resident #10 stated, no he/she did not have pain or eating issues. On 10/18/22 11:39 AM, The surveyor observed the resident in bed and chewing on the corner of the bed blanket. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF550Dec 19, 2025

  Based on observation, interview, and record review it was determined that the facility failed to maintain the dignity of 2 unsampled residents during the lunchtime meal in the 2 of 3 dining rooms observed. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following. 1.The surveyor observed the lunchtime meal in unit 2 dining room on 12/15/25 at 12:44 PM, there were seven residents and Certified Nursing Aide #1 (CNA #1). CNA #1 at that time was standing while feeding Resident #44 (unsampled resident) with use of a weighted spoon. The resident had three compartment dish plate. On that same date, the surveyor went to the nursing station just across the dining room, to find a nurse, and the Registered Nurse/Unit Manager (RN/UM) was at the phone at that time. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF558Dec 19, 2025

  Based on observation, interview, and review of pertinent facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure 1 of 18 resident's (Resident #9) call bell was within reach and able to use to accommodate the residents' needs. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following:On 12/15/25 at 11:20 AM, while conducting the initial tour of the facility, the surveyor observed Resident #9 in their room, and in bed. The surveyor also observed the call bell was on the floor, not on the bed, and not within the reach of the resident if needed to use. The surveyor then asked the resident if they used the call bell if they needed help and if the staff came to help, and the resident shrug their shoulders. […]