All citations for Preferred Care at Absecon

State inspectors check nursing homes that take Medicare or Medicaid against federal rules, usually about once a year, and also look into complaints. Each rule a home did not meet is a citation.

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Last standard health inspection on record

June 3, 2026

Showing 1 to 25 of 32 citations

Harm to a resident
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level G.
Health citation F-0686, Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (October 23, 2023).
The home is disputing this citation.
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0353, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (July 2, 2026).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0363, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (July 2, 2026).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0918, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 6, 2026).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0131, Construction Deficiencies. Inspection of December 23, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 6, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0222, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of December 23, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 15, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0281, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of December 23, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 15, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0324, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of December 23, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 15, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0761, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of December 23, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 15, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0771, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of December 23, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.
A waiver was granted (February 6, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0921, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of December 23, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 15, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0345, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (October 18, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0372, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (October 19, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Health citation F-0755, Pharmacy Service Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (July 2, 2026).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0324, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 16, 2026).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0920, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 16, 2026).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
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.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Health citation F-0584, Resident Rights Deficiencies. Inspection of December 23, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 14, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Meet other general requirements.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0200, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of December 23, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 20, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Health citation F-0804, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (October 23, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0363, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (October 19, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0923, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (October 19, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
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.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Health citation F-0584, Resident Rights Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 16, 2026).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Health citation F-0880, Infection Control Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (July 2, 2026).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Health citation F-0917, Environmental Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 16, 2026).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Fire safety citation K-0321, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of June 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (July 2, 2026).

Source: CMS Provider Information, Fire Safety Deficiencies, Health Deficiencies, Citation Code Look-up, data as of September 30, 2026. Inspection results describe the home at the time of each inspection.