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Sinai Post-Acute Nursing & Rehab Center
Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
65 Jay Street
Newark, NJ 07103
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- Provider Category
- Nursing home
- Location
- Newark, NJ
- Record Period
- 2021–2026
- Source Documents
- 11
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The Essentials
Summary
Across 9 inspections from August 2021 to August 2026, state surveyors documented 45 findings at Sinai Post-Acute Nursing & Rehab Center; 45 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window.
- Inspections
- 9
- 2021–2026, complaint, standard and infection control
- Findings
- 45
- Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
- Corrected
- 45
- Of 45 findings, with a recorded correction date
- Penalties
- 1
- 1 fine; payment not published
Findings by Year
- Findings
- Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.
| Year | Inspections | Findings | Of which, actual harm (level G or above) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 | 9 | 6 |
| 2025 | 2 | 15 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
What the Record Shows
- 45 of 45 findings have a recorded correction date.
- CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window: 1 fine of $329,910, its payment not published.
- 7 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
- The latest standard inspection, June 16, 2025, recorded 11 findings (most serious: Level E).
What to Ask About
- Care Plans, Cited in Three Inspections
- Pharmacy Services, Cited in Three Inspections
- Infection Control, Cited in Three Inspections
- A Clean, Homelike Setting, Cited in Two Inspections
- Care Plan Timing and Review, Cited in Two Inspections
- Dialysis Care, Cited in Two Inspections
- Citation F711, Cited in Two Inspections
- Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Two Inspections
- Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Two Inspections
Report at a Glance
- Facility
- Sinai Post-Acute Nursing & Rehab Center
- Address
- 65 Jay Street, Newark, NJ 07103
- CMS Certification Number
- 315236
- Provider Type
- Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
- Certified Beds
- 430
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Record Window
- August 18, 2021 to October 1, 2026
Chronology
Inspection History
Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
- 2026
Complaint investigation
1 finding
- F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 21, 2026
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2026
Complaint investigation
1 finding
- F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 20, 2026
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2025
Standard health inspection
11 findings
The same visit included a complaint investigation.
- 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
- F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2025
Complaint investigation
4 findings
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 24, 2025
- F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 24, 2025
- F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 24, 2025
- F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 24, 2025
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2024
Complaint investigation
2 findings
- F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 5, 2024
- F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 5, 2024
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2024
Complaint investigation
7 findings
- F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.Level LImmediate jeopardyCorrected Aug 20, 2024
- F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level KImmediate jeopardyCorrected Aug 20, 2024
- F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Level KImmediate jeopardyCorrected Aug 20, 2024
- F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Level KImmediate jeopardyCorrected Aug 20, 2024
- F603Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).Level KImmediate jeopardyCorrected Aug 20, 2024
- F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Level KImmediate jeopardyCorrected Aug 20, 2024
- F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 20, 2024
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2023
Standard health inspection
10 findings
The same visit included a complaint investigation.
- 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 16, 2024
- F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 16, 2024
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 16, 2024
- F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 16, 2024
- F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 16, 2024
- F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 16, 2024
- F711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 16, 2024
- F800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 16, 2024
- F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 16, 2024
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 16, 2024
Enforcement Action
Civil money penalty, $329,910 imposed July 29, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of December 22, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2023
Infection control inspection
No findings
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2021
Standard health inspection
9 findings
- F711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 24, 2021
- F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2021
- 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2021
- F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 26, 2021
- F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2021
- 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2021
- F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 26, 2021
- F849Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 26, 2021
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 14, 2021
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.
Context
Patterns Worth Examining
A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.
- 1
Care Plans, Cited in Three Inspections
Inspectors cited F656 in December 2023, May 2025 and June 2025. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
212323242425252626F656 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest - 2
Pharmacy Services, Cited in Three Inspections
Inspectors cited F755 in August 2024, June 2025 and August 2026. This citation covers pharmacy services and the licensed pharmacist who oversees them. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
212323242425252626F755 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest - 3
Infection Control, Cited in Three Inspections
Inspectors cited F880 in August 2021, December 2023 and June 2025. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
212323242425252626F880 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest - 4
A Clean, Homelike Setting, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F584 in December 2023 and June 2025. This citation covers whether rooms and shared spaces are kept safe, clean, comfortable and homelike. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
212323242425252626F584 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest - 5
Care Plan Timing and Review, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F657 in December 2023 and August 2024. This citation covers whether care plans are written on time and revised by a team that includes the resident’s caregivers. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
212323242425252626F657 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest - 6
Dialysis Care, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F698 in August 2021 and December 2023. This citation covers care for residents who need dialysis. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
212323242425252626F698 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest - 7
Citation F711, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F711 in August 2021 and December 2023. The agency describes it this way: Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
212323242425252626F711 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest - 8
Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F761 in August 2021 and June 2025. This citation covers how drugs are labeled and kept locked, including controlled drugs. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
212323242425252626F761 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest - 9
Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F812 in August 2021 and December 2023. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
212323242425252626F812 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
For Your Next Visit
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.
- 01
How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?
Care Plans: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.
- 02
How often does the consultant pharmacist review each resident’s medications?
Pharmacy Services: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.
- 03
Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?
Infection Control: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.
- 04
What was done about the cleanliness citation, and how are rooms and shared spaces checked now?
A Clean, Homelike Setting: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
- 05
How often are care plans revised, and who takes part in the review?
Care Plan Timing and Review: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.
- 06
How is dialysis care coordinated, and who monitors residents before and after treatment?
Dialysis Care: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.
- 07
What changed after F711 was cited, and how do you check it now?
Citation F711: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
- 08
How are medications stored and secured, and who checks the medication carts?
Medication Labeling and Storage: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.
- 09
May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?
Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.
- 10
How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?
No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.
- 11
What led to the 2024 fine, and has it been paid?
A $329,910 civil money penalty was imposed July 29, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid.
The Evidence
Sources and Coverage
Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the New Jersey state survey agency.
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
New Jersey state survey agency
Inspection Aug 18, 2021 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
New Jersey state survey agency
Inspection Dec 4, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
New Jersey state survey agency
Inspection Dec 22, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
New Jersey state survey agency
Inspection Jul 29, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
New Jersey state survey agency
Inspection Aug 1, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
New Jersey state survey agency
Inspection May 27, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
New Jersey state survey agency
Inspection Jun 16, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
New Jersey state survey agency
Inspection Apr 11, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
New Jersey state survey agency
Inspection Aug 7, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Penalties, Provider Data CatalogView Dataset ↗
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Provider Information, Provider Data CatalogView Dataset ↗
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 315236
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Coverage
Record windowAugust 18, 2021 – October 1, 2026
- CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before August 2021 are not in this release.
- CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.
What This Report Cannot Tell You
- Complaints not investigated onsite
- Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
- Complaint allegations
- CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
- Facility-reported incidents
- Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
- Follow-up visits
- CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
- Fire safety inspections
- Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
- Staffing levels and ownership history
- Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
- Whether fines were paid
- CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.
Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.
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