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HomeNew JerseyExcel Care at Dover

Excel Care at Dover

65 North Sussex Street, Dover, NJ 078019733615200
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
155
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $139,113

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 1/5 stars (below average)

• Has 155 certified beds with an average of 134 residents per day (86% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 11 deficiencies (inspected May 31, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $139,113 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.58 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 61.5% (high)

• Part of the Excelcare chain (9 facilities)

Excel Care at Dover is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Dover, New Jersey with 155 certified beds. It has been operating since 1996. The facility scored below average compared to New Jersey facilities.

Beds
155
Avg Residents/Day
134
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 1, 1996
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Morris
Last Inspection
May 31, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11
Weighted Score
112.3
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (33)

F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Minimal Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0790Potential for Harm

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0835Potential for Harm

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0882Potential for Harm

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Mar 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0578Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0712Potential for Harm

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0800Potential for Harm

Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0838Potential for Harm

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0865Potential for Harm

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Survey: May 2, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 3 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$139,113
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineMay 31, 2024
$139,113

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.24 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.76 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.58 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.58 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.41 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.08 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
61.5%
RN Turnover
47.6%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (5)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
FRANKEL, ELIYAHU5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual95%Dec 20, 2021
FRANKEL, ROCHEL5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual5%Dec 20, 2021
BLACKMON, KRISTENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 28, 2024
DURAN, MAURICEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 25, 2022
FRANKEL, ELIYAHUOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 20, 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Excel Care at Dover?▾
Excel Care at Dover has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Excel Care at Dover had any health inspection violations?▾
Excel Care at Dover had 11 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 31, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $139,113 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Excel Care at Dover?▾
Excel Care at Dover provides 3.58 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.58 RN hours, 0.76 LPN hours, and 2.24 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 61.5%.
How many beds does Excel Care at Dover have?▾
Excel Care at Dover has 155 certified beds with an average of 134 residents per day, resulting in approximately 86% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Excelcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Excel Care at Dover?▾
Yes, there are 1 other nursing home in Dover, New Jersey with an average rating of 3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Dover nursing homes page.

Part of Excelcare

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