Map showing the location of COMPLETE CARE AT FAIR LAWN EDGE in PATERSON, New Jersey
77 EAST 43RD STREET, PATERSON, NJ, 07514

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
3/5AverageCMS 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 32% of peers344 rated homes · average 3.3★
  • Passaic CountyAbove only 41% of peers18 rated homes · average 2.9★
  • United StatesAbove only 41% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point3★+0.2 vs NJ avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star3★±0.0 vs NJ avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star3★−1.4 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.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles3★Above only 45% of 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 turnover3★Above only 35% 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 assessments3★Above only 4% 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 staff3.16hrsAbove only 9% 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 only0.36hrsAbove only 14% 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 better45%Above only 38% of peersNJ avg41%RN turnover53%
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$10,036Above only 36% of peersNJ avg$35,495Fines · denials1 · 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
26citations
4inspection dates
0actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Dec 29, 2025most recent

Citations by monthFeb 2022 – Dec 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.

Dec 29, 20251 citationCycle 1worst D · 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 ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2026
Aug 18, 20255 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. 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 RightsE · patternCorrected Sep 19, 2025
  2. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2025
  3. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2025
  4. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2025
  5. F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2025
Apr 23, 20248 citationsCycle 2worst J · immediate jeopardy$10,036
  1. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  2. F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  3. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 17, 2024
  4. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  5. F711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.Nursing and Physician ServicesD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  6. 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 May 24, 2024
  7. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  8. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareJ · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
Feb 23, 202212 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. 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 Apr 11, 2022
  2. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2022
  3. 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 Apr 11, 2022
  4. F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2022
  5. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Apr 11, 2022
  6. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2022
  7. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2022
  8. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2022
  9. F710Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.Nursing and Physician ServicesD · isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2022
  10. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2022
  11. F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Apr 11, 2022
  12. Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2022

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.16hrsAbove only 9% of peers−0.70 vs NJ avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.36hrsAbove only 14% of peers−0.33 vs NJ avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.75hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.05hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.70hrs
  • New Jersey average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better45%Above only 38% of peersNJ avg 41%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only53%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year0Stable leadership
  • Occupancy180 certified beds · ~175 residents a day97%Top 2%NJ avg 82%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $10,036In fines
  • 1Fine
  • 0Payment denials
  • $35,495NJ avg in fines
Above only 36% of peersFewer fines than 36% of rated homes in New Jersey

Actions on record

  1. Apr 23, 2024Civil money penalty$10,036

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Complete Care85 facilities in the chain3.2★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Ccm at Passaic Holding LLC
Indirect owners (5%+)
  • Hershel Schwartz
  • Shalom Stein
Corporate officers
  • Samuel Stern
Managing employees
  • Hershel Schwartz

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 315331 · 77 EAST 43RD STREET, PATERSON, NJ, 07514.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in New Jersey and Passaic 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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