Map showing the location of BELLE CARE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER in TRENTON, New Jersey
439 BELLEVUE AVENUE, TRENTON, NJ, 08618

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
2/5Below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • New JerseyAbove only 11% of peers344 rated homes · average 3.3★
  • Mercer CountyAbove only 20% of peers16 rated homes · average 2.8★
  • United StatesAbove only 20% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point1★−1.8 vs NJ avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star2★−1.0 vs NJ avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star5★+0.6 vs NJ avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

  • Special Focus Facility candidateThis facility is on the CMS candidate list for the Special Focus Facility program, meaning it is among the poorest-performing facilities in its state on recent inspections.
  • Abuse citation flagCMS shows an abuse icon: inspectors cited the facility for abuse that led to harm within the past year, or for abuse that could have led to harm in each of the last two years.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles1★Lowest tier among peersNJ avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover2★Above only 7% of peersNJ avg3.0★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments5★Above only 42% of peersNJ avg4.4★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff2.93hrsAbove only 3% of peersNJ avg3.86Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.29hrsAbove only 6% of peersNJ avg0.69Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better65%Above only 5% of peersNJ avg41%RN turnover43%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$27,571Above only 26% of peersNJ avg$35,495Fines · denials2 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
64citations
4inspection dates
1actual harm (G–I)
6immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Apr 24, 2025most recent

Citations by monthOct 2020 – Apr 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Apr 24, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 16, 2025
  2. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jun 16, 2025
Jun 26, 202438 citationsCycle 1worst J · immediate jeopardy$10,814, $16,757
  1. F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  2. Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  3. F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Sep 18, 2024
  4. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  5. F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  6. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  7. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceF · widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  8. F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  9. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  10. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  11. F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.AdministrationJ · isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024
  12. F838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  13. F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  14. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  15. F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  16. F882Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  17. F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  18. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  19. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  20. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  21. F573Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  22. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  23. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationG · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  24. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  25. F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  26. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  27. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsJ · isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024
  28. F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Resident RightsJ · isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024
  29. F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Resident RightsJ · isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024
  30. F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  31. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  32. F603Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationJ · isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024
  33. F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationJ · isolatedCorrected Sep 18, 2024
  34. Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  35. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  36. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  37. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  38. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Oct 20, 202222 citationsCycle 2worst F · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  2. F888Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  3. F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyAdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  4. Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningF · widespreadCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  5. Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningF · widespreadCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  6. F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  7. F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  8. F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  9. F637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  10. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  11. F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesResident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  12. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  13. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  14. F688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  15. F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  16. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  17. F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  18. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  19. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  20. F838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.AdministrationE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  21. F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.AdministrationE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2022
  22. F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2022
Oct 21, 20202 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Nov 6, 2020
  2. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Nov 5, 2020

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined2.93hrsAbove only 3% of peers−0.93 vs NJ avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.29hrsAbove only 6% of peers−0.40 vs NJ avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.94hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.70hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.42hrs
  • New Jersey average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better65%Above only 5% of peersNJ avg 41%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only43%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year0Stable leadership
  • Occupancy106 certified beds · ~100 residents a day94%Above 87% of peersNJ avg 82%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $27,571In fines
  • 2Fines
  • 0Payment denials
  • $35,495NJ avg in fines
Above only 26% of peersFewer fines than 26% of rated homes in New Jersey

Actions on record

  1. Jun 26, 2024Civil money penalty$10,814
  2. Jun 26, 2024Civil money penalty$16,757

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Chain
Independent
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Cheskel Berkowitz
  • Joel Leifer
  • Joseph Orgel
  • Marton Ornstein
  • David Rubenstein
  • Joel Zupnick
Corporate officers
  • Samuel Stern
Managing employees
  • Joseph Perlow

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 315124 · 439 BELLEVUE AVENUE, TRENTON, NJ, 08618.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in New Jersey and Mercer County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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