Alaris Health at West Orange
5 Brook End Drive, West Orange, NJ 07052
Alaris Health at West Orange is a nursing home in West Orange, New Jersey. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating4 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionMay 21, 2026 (5 months ago)
- Health citations since August 12, 202218 (New Jersey average 24)
- Fines in the past three years2, $51,273 in total
- CMS flagsNone listed by CMS
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CMS flags
CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 19, 2024 from $18,000 to $21,106.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 22, 2025 from $46,410 to $30,167.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on May 21, 2026
5 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0759. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 3 times since 2022.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2022.
Fire safety inspection on May 21, 2026
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0293. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 19, 2026.
Citation E0004. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on June 12, 2026.
Citation K0311. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 12, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0311 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0345. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 12, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0372. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 12, 2026.
Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 12, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2022.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 4.4 to 3.6 hours per resident per day.
Health inspection on December 22, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
27 of 348 New Jersey homes (8%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
CMS fine of $30,167 on December 22, 2025.
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Citation F0684. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 30, 2026.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health inspection on December 19, 2024
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
28 of 348 New Jersey homes (8%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
CMS fine of $21,106 on December 19, 2024.
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Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2025.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2025.
Citation F0604. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2025.
Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2025.
Citation F0806. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2025.
Fire safety inspection on December 19, 2024
2 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0161. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2025.
Citation K0311. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2025.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Health inspection on August 12, 2022
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity K is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
9 of 348 New Jersey homes (3%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2022.
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Citation F0803. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation F0695. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Fire safety inspection on August 12, 2022
9 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0211. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation K0321. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation K0341. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 29, 2022.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation K0521. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation K0522. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an externally vented heating system.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation K0223. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2022.
CMS star ratings
- 4 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 3 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (973) 324-3000
- Last standard health inspection
- May 21, 2026 (5 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 120
- Residents per day, on average
- 109.3
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- St Cloud Operations LLC
- Chain
- Alaris Health
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the New Jersey average (18 vs 24).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- ST CLOUD OPERATIONS LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 05/15/2008
- EISENREICH, AVERY5% or greater direct ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 09/27/2004
Questions
When was Alaris Health at West Orange last inspected?
CMS lists May 21, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Alaris Health at West Orange have?
CMS lists 18 health citations since August 12, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Alaris Health at West Orange been fined?
CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $51,273 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Alaris Health at West Orange?
Its CMS overall star rating is 4 of 5.
Is Alaris Health at West Orange a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.