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SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER is a for profit - individual facility in PERTH AMBOY, NJ with 179 certified beds and a 4-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 15 deficiency records on file.

1 LINDBERGH AVENUE, PERTH AMBOY, NJ 08861

Phone: 7328260500

Overall Rating

4/5

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

2/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
315305
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
179
Residents
138
In Hospital
No
County
Middlesex
Last Inspection
Apr 15, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.36 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.67
CNA Hours
1.81
Total Nursing Hours
2.83 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.02
Nursing Turnover
45.2%
RN Turnover
37.5%

What the CMS Record Reveals About SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER

SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER operates 179 certified beds in PERTH AMBOY, NJ with approximately 138 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (4★). 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.

The inspection file contains 15 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 3 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 2.83 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.36 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Individual" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER falls into a category where comparative context matters. 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. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 45.2%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. 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 details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (15 most recent)

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2025 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: Jun 10, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2025 Tag: 0695

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 10, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2025 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 10, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2025 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: Jun 10, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2025 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: Jun 10, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 18, 2023 Tag: 0626

Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 10, 2023

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Apr 6, 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: May 5, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 6, 2023 Tag: 0759

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 5, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 6, 2023 Tag: 0755

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

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 5, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 6, 2023 Tag: 0658

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

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 5, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 6, 2023 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 5, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 6, 2023 Tag: 0576

Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 5, 2023

K — Pattern - Jeopardy Apr 6, 2021 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 15, 2021

G — Isolated - Actual harm Apr 6, 2021 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: May 11, 2021

K — Pattern - Jeopardy Apr 6, 2021 Tag: 0684

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 11, 2021

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 2.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 3.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 38.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 1.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 91.7% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 82.4% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 1.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 20.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 97.3% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 75.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 6.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 6.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 17.9% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER?
SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (4★).
What are the staffing levels at SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER?
SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER reports 2.83 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.36 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 45.2%.
How many beds does SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER have?
SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER has 179 certified beds with approximately 138 residents. The facility is located at 1 LINDBERGH AVENUE, PERTH AMBOY, NJ 08861.
Does SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER has 15 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 3 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER received any fines or penalties?
No, SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER?
SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER is classified as "For profit - Individual" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER was on Apr 15, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER?
SPRING CREEK HEALTHCARE 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. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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