Arnold Walter Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
622 S Laurel Avenue, Hazlet, NJ 07730 · Monmouth County · 202 certified beds · avg 172 residents/day · certified since Oct 2, 1975
Part of chain: EXCELSIOR CARE GROUP (33 facilities, chain avg rating 2.5★)
2/5
Health inspection rating (on-site)
0
Serious findings on record
$0
Fines, last 3 years
3.19
Nurse hours/resident/day (adjusted)
What health inspectors found (on-site government inspections — the most independent evidence available)
Health inspection rating: ★★☆☆☆2/5 · CMS overall rating: 3/5
The health inspection star above is graded on a curve within each state — a set share of each state's facilities gets each star level — so a facility can have few citations and still rate 2–3 stars if others in its state did even better. The overall rating combines that inspection score with staffing and self-reported quality measures.
All citations in the current public record (26)
CMS publishes roughly the last three inspection cycles plus recent complaint investigations. Older surveys drop out of the record as new ones are completed.
| Date | Severity | What the facility was cited for |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs. · from a complaint |
| Jun 25, 2026 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not provide the help residents need with basic daily activities — like bathing, dressing, eating, and using the bathroom — for residents who cannot do these things on their own. · from a complaint |
| Jun 25, 2026 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not label drugs according to professional standards or did not store them in locked compartments, with controlled drugs (medications with a high risk of misuse) kept under a separate lock. · from a complaint |
| Oct 30, 2025 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility provided care that did not meet professional standards of quality — the accepted standards that nurses and other clinicians are expected to follow. · from a complaint |
| Jan 24, 2025 | F · Potential for harm, facility-wide | The facility did not get its food from approved, safe sources, or did not store, prepare, and serve food according to professional food safety standards. · from a complaint |
| Jan 24, 2025 | E · Potential for harm, repeated | The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs. |
| Jan 24, 2025 | E · Potential for harm, repeated | The facility did not provide safe and appropriate respiratory care — such as oxygen, breathing treatments, or care for residents on breathing equipment — for residents who needed it. |
| Jan 24, 2025 | E · Potential for harm, repeated | The facility did not provide safe and appropriate pain management for a resident who needed it. |
| Jan 24, 2025 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not treat residents with dignity and respect, or did not honor their rights to make their own decisions and communicate freely. This is one of the most fundamental resident rights. |
| Jan 24, 2025 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not develop a resident's complete plan of care within 7 days of the full assessment, or the plan wasn't prepared, reviewed, and updated by a team of health professionals as required. |
| Jan 24, 2025 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility provided care that did not meet professional standards of quality — the accepted standards that nurses and other clinicians are expected to follow. |
| Jan 24, 2025 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not provide pharmacy services that meet each resident's needs, or did not employ or contract with a licensed pharmacist. |
| Jan 24, 2025 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not label drugs according to professional standards or did not store them in locked compartments, with controlled drugs (medications with a high risk of misuse) kept under a separate lock. |
| Jan 24, 2025 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not have a policy covering how food brought in by family and visitors is used and stored safely. |
| Dec 14, 2023 | E · Potential for harm, repeated | The facility did not provide treatment and care that follows the doctor's orders and matches the resident's own preferences and goals. · from a complaint |
| Dec 14, 2023 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not respond appropriately to alleged violations, such as reports of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Facilities must investigate every allegation and protect residents while they do. · from a complaint |
| Dec 14, 2023 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not accurately assess a resident's health and needs. Assessments are the foundation for all the care a resident receives. |
| Dec 14, 2023 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility provided care that did not meet professional standards of quality — the accepted standards that nurses and other clinicians are expected to follow. |
| Dec 14, 2023 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not provide pharmacy services that meet each resident's needs, or did not employ or contract with a licensed pharmacist. · from a complaint |
| Dec 14, 2023 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not have a licensed pharmacist review each resident's complete medication regimen and medical chart every month, or did not follow its own rules for reporting medication problems. |
| Dec 14, 2023 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not have or follow an effective program to prevent and control infections — such as proper hand washing, cleaning, and isolation practices. This is the most commonly cited deficiency nationwide. |
| Dec 14, 2023 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft to the proper authorities quickly enough, or did not report the results of its investigation. · from a complaint |
| Aug 19, 2021 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not respond appropriately to alleged violations, such as reports of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Facilities must investigate every allegation and protect residents while they do. |
| Aug 19, 2021 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not accurately assess a resident's health and needs. Assessments are the foundation for all the care a resident receives. |
| Aug 19, 2021 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility provided care that did not meet professional standards of quality — the accepted standards that nurses and other clinicians are expected to follow. |
| Aug 19, 2021 | D · Potential for harm, one-off | The facility did not provide appropriate care related to bladder and bowel needs — including care for residents who use catheters and steps to prevent urinary tract infections. |
Inspection trend by year
Citations from standard inspections increased between the last two inspection cycles (7 → 10).
| Year | Citations | Serious (G–L) | Worst severity that year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 0 | D |
| 2023 | 8 | 0 | E |
| 2025 | 11 | 0 | F |
| 2026 | 3 | 0 | D |
Counts reflect the current CMS public record (~3 inspection cycles plus complaint investigations); years with no surveys show no row. Inspection frequency varies, so compare severity as well as counts.
Fines and enforcement (last 3 years)
No fines or payment denials in the published 3-year window.
Nurse staffing (from payroll records, adjusted for how much care residents need)
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg | U.S. avg | Where it stands |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (hours per resident per day) | 3.19 | 3.88 | 3.95 | bottom 14% in New Jersey; bottom 21% in the U.S. |
| Registered Nurse hours | 0.49 | 0.67 | 0.69 | bottom 39% in New Jersey; bottom 37% in the U.S. |
| Weekend total nurse staffing | 3.24 | 3.53 | 3.50 | bottom 46% in New Jersey; bottom 44% in the U.S. |
| Weekend RN hours (not acuity-adjusted) | 0.65 | 0.50 | 0.48 | top 18% in New Jersey; top 19% in the U.S. |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 54.1 | 39.7 | 45.8 | bottom 15% in New Jersey; bottom 27% in the U.S. |
| RN turnover (%) | 65.4 | 37.7 | 42.9 | bottom 7% in New Jersey; bottom 15% in the U.S. |
Hours are per resident per day, case-mix adjusted by CMS so facilities caring for sicker residents can be compared fairly (same basis as the CMS staffing star). "Top X%" means better than most facilities: more staffing hours, or lower turnover. Raw (unadjusted) reported hours: total 3.26, RN 0.50, weekend 3.31. Staffing rating: 2/5.
Self-reported quality measures
Note: these ratings are based on data the facility reports about itself to CMS. They are not independently verified by inspectors, and can look better than inspection findings. Give more weight to the inspection results above.
Quality measures rating: 5/5 · long-stay residents: 5/5 · short-stay residents: 5/5
Who owns this facility
For profit - Partnership
| Owner / manager | Type | Role | Stake | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkowitz, Sam | Individual | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | — | 02/01/2021 |
| Gitberk LLC | Organization | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | — | 01/01/2026 |
| JBL 120 LLC | Organization | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | — | 01/01/2026 |
| JM and Mazel LLC | Organization | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | — | 01/01/2026 |
| Springberg, Susan | Individual | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | — | 02/01/2021 |
| Zupnick, Joel | Individual | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | — | 02/01/2021 |
| Berkowitz, Sam | Individual | Managing Control - Governing Body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2021 |
| Berkowitz, Sam | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| Excelsior Care Group | Organization | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/21/2019 |
| Excelsior Care Group | Organization | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/25/2025 |
| Gitberk LLC | Organization | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| JBL 120 LLC | Organization | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| JM and Mazel LLC | Organization | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| Mahadeo, Sarah | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2024 |
| Mahadeo, Sarah | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2024 |
| Ribiat, Yitzchok | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/12/2024 |
| Ribiat, Yitzchok | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/12/2024 |
| Springberg, Susan | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| Steinberg, Moshe | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2019 |
| Steinberg, Moshe | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2019 |
Questions to ask on your visit
Generated from this facility's actual citation record — bring them to a tour and ask the administrator directly.
- "Can we tour the resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas today, including areas not on the usual tour route?"
- "How many aides are on each shift, and how do you make sure every resident gets timely help with bathing, dressing, and meals?"
- "Can you show me how medications are stored and secured on the units, including controlled drugs?"
- "Can you tell me what this citation involved and what steps you took to bring care back up to standard?"
- "What did your most recent kitchen inspection find, and can I see how food is stored and prepared?"
- "How many residents here use oxygen or breathing equipment, and who checks that equipment each shift?"
- "How do you assess and manage residents' pain, especially for those who have trouble communicating?"
- "Can you give me examples of how your staff protect residents' dignity in everyday care, like bathing and dressing?"
- "What is your current ratio of nursing staff to residents on day, evening, and weekend shifts?"
- "Can I see the results and plan of correction from your most recent state inspection?"
Nearby facilities (within 20 miles)
| Facility | Distance | City | Overall | Inspection | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Bay Health & Rehabilitation Center | 1.8 mi | Keansburg, NJ | ★★☆☆☆ | 2/5 | |
| Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center | 2.5 mi | Hazlet, NJ | ★★★★☆ | 4/5 | |
| Complete Care at Bayshore LLC | 2.9 mi | Holmdel, NJ | ★★★★☆ | 3/5 | |
| Careone at Holmdel | 4.7 mi | Holmdel, NJ | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Careone at Middletown | 5.1 mi | Atlantic Highlands, NJ | ★★☆☆☆ | 2/5 | |
| Meadowbrook Respiratory and Nursing Center | 5.2 mi | Matawan, NJ | ★★★★☆ | 4/5 | |
| Complete Care at Madison, LLC | 5.5 mi | Matawan, NJ | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| De la Salle Hall | 6.2 mi | Lincroft, NJ | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Atrium at Navesink Harbor, the | 6.2 mi | Red Bank, NJ | ★★☆☆☆ | 1/5 | |
| Redbank Center for Rehabilitation and Healing | 6.7 mi | Red Bank, NJ | ★★☆☆☆ | 2/5 | |
| Complete Care at Shrewsbury LLC | 6.7 mi | Shrewsbury, NJ | ★★★☆☆ | 2/5 | |
| Venetian Care & Rehabilitation Center, LLC | 7.8 mi | South Amboy, NJ | ★★☆☆☆ | 1/5 |
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Facility data as of CMS processing date 2026-08-01. CCN 315119.