Brookhaven Health Care Center
East Orange, NJ, 07018
Essex County benchmark
Average nursing home: $9,925 – $14,440/month
Based on 84 facilities in Essex County
State inspection record
Last inspected: August 25, 2025
6 deficiencies found during last health inspection. Main areas: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies, Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies.
View full state inspection reportStaff turnover (last 12 months)
High turnover can indicate staffing problems. Lower is better.
National averages: RN 38.5% / total 51.2%. Source: CMS.
Detailed inspection findings
Deficiencies by category
Individual citations (5 of 6)
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
About severity codes: A-C = minimal harm, D-F = more than minimal harm, G-I = actual harm, J-L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services).
Inspection timeline
August 25, 2025
6 deficiencies found
Questions to ask on your tour
Personalized questions based on Brookhaven Health Care Center's actual inspection history and care type.
Based on inspection history
- 1.How are medications stored and tracked?
- 2.What is the medication error rate?
- 3.How is care plan compliance monitored?
- 4.What steps have you taken to address past quality of care issues?
- 5.How quickly are call bells answered on average?
Essential questions
- •What is the all-in monthly cost, including all fees and surcharges?
- •What is the staff-to-resident ratio during day and night shifts?
- •How do you handle medical emergencies?
- •Can I see a copy of your most recent state inspection report?
- •What happens if my loved one's care needs change?
- •Can I speak with current residents or family members?
- •What is the community fee and is it refundable?
- •What are the contract cancellation terms?
Tip: Bring a notepad and take notes. Visit at different times of day. Ask to see the dining room during a meal.
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About
A licensed skilled nursing facility in East Orange, Essex County, providing 24-hour medical supervision and comprehensive care for seniors. Licensed nurses are on-site 24/7, and the facility offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Accepts Medicaid and Medicare. Licensed for 122 beds.
Languages spoken
English
Capacity
122 beds
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