Hampton Ridge Healthcare and Rehabilitation

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Hampton Ridge Healthcare and Rehabilitation, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF814Mar 12, 2026

  Based on observation, interview, and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a sanitary environment for residents, staff, and the public by failing to a.) properly dispose of garbage and refuse in one of two (1 of 2) garbage disposal areas (Garbage Disposal Area #2), and b.) keep 2 of 2 garbage containers/dumpsters covered, creating the potential for odors and pest infestation. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 3/9/26 at 9:38 AM, the surveyor accompanied by the Executive Chef/Food Service Director (EC/FSD), toured the trash disposal areas and observed that Garbage Disposal Area #2 had trash dumped in the ground and 2 dumpsters filled with trash and uncovered. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF880Mar 12, 2026

  Based on observations, interviews, record review and other pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to use appropriate infection control practices to prevent the spread or reduce the risk of infection in accordance with the Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) guidelines and standards of clinical practice by ensuring, a.) respiratory device tubing, masks, and mouthpiece were stored in protective coverings between uses identified for 6 of 7 residents (Resident #118, #68, #116, #5, #216, and #31) reviewed for respiratory care, b.) proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for 2 of 2 residents reviewed under enhanced barrier precautions (EBP) (Resident #144, #164), and c.) a urinary drainage bag attached to a urinary catheter device did not… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF880Jan 4, 2021

  Based on observation, interview, and record review it was determined that the facility failed to follow proper infection control procedures by a.) not donning (put on) and doffing (remove) the proper personal protective equipment for residents on transmission based precautions, and b.) not performing hand hygiene between resident contact on 1 of 5 units (SMART Unit). This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 1/4/21 at 10:23 AM, the surveyor interviewed the Administrator, Director of Nursing (DON) and the Infections Preventionist (IP). The IP confirmed that the staff should be wearing masks and eye protection at all times. On the COVID-19 confirmed hallway the staff should wear full PPE (gown, gloves, mask and eye protection). […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF607Mar 12, 2026

  Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure that pre-employment screening procedures were completed for employees prior to hire, including obtaining reference checks and/or background screenings, in accordance with the facility's abuse prevention policies. This deficient practice was found for 23 out 108 employee files reviewed. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following:On 03/08/2026 during entrance conference, the surveyor requested that the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) provide personnel files for all employees hired since the last annual recertification survey in 10/2024, regardless of current employment status. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF609Mar 12, 2026

  Complaint # 2723157Based on interview, record review, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to report an allegation of sexual abuse to the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) as mandated for 1 of 1 resident (Resident #21) reviewed for abuse and was evidenced by the following:On [DATE] at 9:33 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #21, awake in bed. When the surveyor began speaking to the resident, the resident indicated to the surveyor that they were hard of hearing.On [DATE] at 11:22 AM, the surveyor together with another surveyor observed Resident #21, awake and alert in bed. The resident was calm with no sign of distress. […]