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CMS Nursing Home Compare · August 2026

Country Arch Care Center

114 Pittstown Road, Pittstown, NJ 08867

Country Arch Care Center, a 130-bed for profit - individual nursing facility in Pittstown, NJ, holds a 5-star CMS overall rating - well above the 3.0-star national average, ranking #33 of 346 rated homes in NJ on CMS overall stars (with health+staffing+quality tie-breaks), with nurse staffing below the national norm. No recent finding reached the actual-harm level.

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating, read the components below; they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

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5 / 5
Much above average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
#33 of 346
In-state rank among rated NJ homes
3.74
About average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.86
27
Inspection findings

The verdict

Country Arch Care Center, a 130-bed for profit - individual nursing facility in Pittstown, NJ, holds a 5-star CMS overall rating - well above the 3.0-star national average, ranking #33 of 346 rated homes in NJ on CMS overall stars (with health+staffing+quality tie-breaks), with nurse staffing below the national norm. No recent finding reached the actual-harm level.

5 / 5
CMS overall · national 3.0
#33 of 346
In-state rank among rated NJ homes
3.74
Nurse hrs/resident-day · national 3.86
27
Inspection findings on file

CMS force-curves overall stars within each state; read health, staffing, and quality sub-ratings alongside the headline.

In-state ownership mix · peer inventory

How 348 NJ nursing homes split by ownership sector

This facility is recorded as For profit - Individual. Sector buckets collapse CMS ownership_type into For-profit, Nonprofit, and Government, orthogonal to the RN/LPN/CNA hour bar below.

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Long-Stay Quality

4/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
315433
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
130
Residents
115
In Hospital
No
County
Hunterdon
Last Inspection
Apr 8, 2026

Staffing Data

How the 3.74 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
0.61 (nat'l avg: 0.69)
LPN Hours
0.84
CNA Hours
2.29
Total Nursing Hours
3.74 (nat'l avg: 3.86)
PT Hours
0.09
Nursing Turnover
39.7%
RN Turnover
37.5%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Country Arch Care Center

According to CMS Nursing Home Compare, Country Arch Care Center ranks #33 of 346 rated nursing homes in NJ on overall stars (tie-broken by health+staffing+quality, then fewer fines). Country Arch Care Center operates 130 certified beds in Pittstown, NJ with approximately 115 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars (health inspection 4★ · staffing 4★ · quality 5★).

The inspection file contains 27 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. This provider's enforcement record shows no fines or payment denials to date. Per resident day, this facility reports 3.74 total nursing hours (national average 3.86) and 0.61 RN hours.

Classified as "For profit - Individual" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Country Arch Care Center falls into a category where comparative context matters. Reported nursing staff turnover at this facility is 39.7% (CMS payroll-based measure).

Why sub-scores and the CMS methodology matter

The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results, staffing levels, and quality measures. Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone, a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes, ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. The staffing metric in particular is the one most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report, the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify the same record on Medicare.gov Care Compare and with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (27 most recent)

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 8, 2026 Tag: 0814

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 9, 2026

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 8, 2026 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 9, 2026

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Apr 8, 2026 Tag: 0812

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

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 9, 2026

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 11, 2024 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 28, 2024

C - Widespread - No harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0623

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0947

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0882

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

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0806

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0791

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0728

Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0698

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0689

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0607

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

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0584

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0559

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0558

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0883

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0712

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

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0868

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0841

Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0835

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

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Oct 19, 2023 Tag: 0812

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

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 9, 2023

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 11.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 1.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 2.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 7.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 4.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 16.4% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 5.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 25.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 22.5% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 98.2% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 91.1% No

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Nationwide facilities with similar scale or staffing

Two data-derived peer sets for Country Arch Care Center, both outside NJ so the neighborhoods are not the same-state geography list below.

What the CMS records show for Country Arch Care Center

The health, staffing, and quality sub-ratings above often diverge from the CMS overall headline. Use those components and the inspection findings to read the full file, not the overall star alone.

  • The NJ registry aggregates state averages and the highest-rated homes in this cohort. View NJ registry
  • Peer homes near 130 beds show how CMS stars vary at a similar scale in NJ. Compare a similar-size peer
  • CMS publishes separate fields for inspections, nurse staffing hours, and quality measures; the guide explains how each star is computed. How CMS ratings work

CMS refreshes Nursing Home Compare quarterly (current extract: August 2026). PlainNursing describes published records; it does not establish suitability, availability, admissions, or individual outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Country Arch Care Center?
Country Arch Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (5★).
Where does Country Arch Care Center rank among nursing homes in NJ?
According to CMS Nursing Home Compare overall stars (with health+staffing+quality tie-breaks, then fewer fines), Country Arch Care Center ranks 33rd among 346 rated nursing homes in NJ (#33 of 346). CMS force-curves the overall star within each state, so this peer set is the honest comparison.
What are the staffing levels at Country Arch Care Center?
Country Arch Care Center reports 3.74 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.86). RN hours are 0.61 per resident day (national average: 0.69). Nursing staff turnover is 39.7%.
How many beds does Country Arch Care Center have?
Country Arch Care Center has 130 certified beds with approximately 115 residents. The facility is located at 114 Pittstown Road, Pittstown, NJ 08867.
Does Country Arch Care Center have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Country Arch Care Center has 27 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Country Arch Care Center received any fines or penalties?
No, Country Arch Care Center has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Country Arch Care Center?
Country Arch Care Center is classified as "For profit - Individual" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Country Arch Care Center last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Country Arch Care Center was on Apr 8, 2026. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Country Arch Care Center?
Country Arch Care Center is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.
Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Verify the same CCN on Medicare.gov Care Compare and with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.

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